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In 1974, fifty-one years ago, this brief interview with science-fiction author Arthur C. Clarke (most famous for 2001: A Space Odyssey, published in 1968) describes a day when computers will be a vital part of our lives. He says to imagine a day when a computer would fit on a desk. Imagine if he saw your phone today. He would have thought it to be science fiction! Note the room in the background. …

Watch this fun performance of twelve pianists playing at the same time. It could have been called “Piano for 24 Hands.” There is a metaphor here. This performance is a bit like the publishing experience. If you look closely, you can see editorial, sales, marketing, and some booksellers all working from the same page of music. Music written by an author who is not on the stage!

The story (I mean song) that never ends. Too funny! Enjoy today’s video. And then remember that when you end your novel or your nonfiction book, leave readers wanting more and don’t drag it out endlessly.

Talent can be found using the most common devices in the most unusual ways!

Happy Friday the 13th! Enjoy today’s fun video of a delightful impressionist on America’s Got Talent.

I happen to enjoy barbershop quartets and also enjoyed the old Southern Gospel quartets when growing up. I sing bass. So this particular video simultaneously made me laugh and gasp at the vocal range displayed. There are some “inside jokes” that are funny if you follow humorous barbershop competitions. So, if you enjoy such entertainment, watch until the end. Amazing.

In the last month or so, our Friday adventures has taken us from the sublime of a choir singing “Bridge Over Troubled Waters” to the Museum of Failure and now to a feat of … I have no words. How about: Flawless Hambone. When I slap myself silly, it is usually for a bonehead decision. And it certainly doesn’t look like this! Enjoy something you weren’t expecting today.