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Windfall: An Otter-Body Experience and Other Stories by Tempe O’Kun is a collection of stories based around two characters who starred in a TV show called Strangeville together. Kylie, an otter whose mother was the director on the show, and Max, a husky super-fan turned co-star go on several mildly supernatural adventures after the show wasn’t renewed for a sixth season. Kylie’s feelings had grown for Max through his run on the show and everyone knew it. It was only after he left to go back to Montana that she began acting on these feelings. And thus begins their several adventures shortly after Max joins Kylie in her childhood home in New England. With her mother. Which is just a hint at several of the satisfyingly awkward and wholesomely erotic exploits to come.This book is made up of several short stories showing the growth of Max and Kylie’s relationship while they attempt to prove that Kylie’s eccentric family isn’t crazy after all; they are widely known in the town for believing in supernatural things. There are stories for every part of the year. All of them lead up to the “otter body experience,” as mentioned in the title. It would be unfair to spoil the details of it so I’ll only say that it is an extremely satisfying pay-off after a fantastic lead-up.O’Kun’s utilization of animal traits is nothing short of masterful. The characters never get boring and their mannerisms are exquisitely detailed. From the amusing nickname of “Rudderbutt” for the otter to Max’s constant need to not appear intimidating with his 6-foot canine stature, it is easy to imagine a world where these characters not only exist but are relatable. That’s the aspect that makes this novel truly irresistible. The pacing is perfect and the erotic scenes, of which there are several, are a delicious display of realism. Every word left me voracious and eager for more.Unfortunately, this is where the novel falls a bit short. For whatever reason, sometimes the grammar and sentence constructions were dense and difficult to navigate. While the action flowed beautifully, at times the words did not. And with such a masterful narrative, I couldn’t help but be slightly disappointed. Here was a fantastic story of two adorable lovers vividly told only to be interrupted by an out of place word or a difficult sentence. I found myself trying to figure out if there was some meaning I was missing or if it was a simple mistake. These mistakes are not debilitating; but they do mar the overall experience.Luckily, that’s the only issue I have with this book. It’s a wonderfully crafted world, and it is hard not to be enthralled with the relationship between Max and Kylie which is helplessly adorable. I also admire the pain-staking difficulty with putting an otter body experience down on paper. You’ll see what I mean when you get there. And you absolutely should! If you enjoy a rollicking tale of slightly immature young interspecies love, give this book a read. Even if it does require a bit more of your attention at times. For me, I’ll give it 9 webbed otter paws out of 10.

Hey look at that — some locals! At this year’s Anime L.A. convention we came across Fantastic Fam, headquartered right here in Orange County CA. Here’s what they say about themselves: “We are designers, illustrators, retailers, and manufacturers of fun and unique fashion and accessories.” Simple enough. Right now they’re specializing in comfortable designer cloth face-masks (funny that), but the reason we noticed them was for their line of clothing that features Fluff the Corgi! Not just clothing but stickers, art prints, and other cool stuff. Take a look at their web site and see what we mean. Woof.

image c. 2020 Fantastic Fam, Inc.

Into what? Fellow broadcast nerd Freeze Badger and journalism junkie Jesse join Paradox to discuss how mass media is transforming in the midst of COVID-19.

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Topics Discussed:

• Everyone’s home
• Television without makeup artists
• The feeling of journalism in transition
• Presenting from high up vs a personal level
• Crappy quality is okay in context
• Skype is allowed to sound bad
• Zoom has horrifying privacy concerns
• Why you can’t just do satellite feeds
• Practicality of various video link technologies
• How are editors handling this?
• How is the control room & crew handling this?
• How are local broadcasters handling this?
• Things will change, but not too much
• The old “YouTube & digital media isn’t the same as real TV & Hollywood” argument needs to die
• Content matters more than quality

[Tech] Is Mass Media TFing?

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Famed horror director John Carpenter came up with something interesting last year, in the form of a dark new comic book series. “Monica Bleue and her father move away to the country to start a new life after the death of her mother. Though she’s not speaking to her dad, she begins to find her way out from her anger and grief in her new surroundings. But while out wandering the forests near their home, she comes face to face with a hidden horror that changes her forever. Steve Niles and Damien Worm bring you Monica Bleue: A Werewolf Story, the first story in the new monthly anthology series, John Carpenter Presents Storm Kids.” Funny thing? Previews lists this as a “kid friendly” title…

image c. 2020 Storm King Productions

Originally released in June 2019 as part of “Fur Features” this episode is being merged and re-posted on the main FurCast feed. Hope you enjoy if you haven’t heard it yet! Our effort is ongoing to increase the variety of FurCast episodes. Part of that process will include merging in some of our other content as we consolidate. Let us know what you think!

DerrDog and Skylier Rain talk about the psychology of our kinks, how we express ourselves and where it comes from. From murrsuits, to drag, to everything that itches our mental desires, we cover a variety of fun concepts and answer some audience questions along the way.

You can find Derr and Skylier at various furry conventions, Toronto furry events, or on social media:

• DerrDog: twitter.com/derrdog
• Skyler Rain: twitter.com/skylierrain

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[Feature] Psychology of Kinks with Derr and Skylier

Argentinian furcon ArFF (Argentina FurFiesta) recently have announced the postponement of the event until September. Details: https://twitter.com/FurFiesta/status/1246927895626485760

FurAffinity got DDoS attacked again, this time not as big as the previous attack in February, which in that time took the platform down for slightly over a day. As with FurAffinity being constantly targeted, here comes a question, “Why is FurAffinity always targeted for DDoS attacks?”

COVID-19 has wreaked much havoc around the world, especially to communities that often engages in social interactions with each other. For the furry fandom, that definitely is the case. But despite so, the fandom still explores new ways to cope and continue the warmth and liveliness within this period. As more people #stayhome, furries take […]

Hey! Remember when the worst thing we had to worry about was killer pizza robots? The folks at Scholastic do… “Don’t miss the first-ever graphic novel for Five Nights at Freddy’s, an adaptation of the #1 New York Times bestselling novel The Silver Eyes, illustrated by fan-favorite game artist Claudia Schröder! Ten years after the horrific murders at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza that ripped their town apart, Charlie, whose father owned the restaurant, and her childhood friends reunite on the anniversary of the tragedy and find themselves at the old pizza place which had been locked up and abandoned for years. After they discover a way inside, they realize that things are not as they used to be. The four adult-sized animatronic mascots that once entertained patrons have changed. They now have a dark secret . . . and a murderous agenda.” It’s available now in hardcover and trade paperback at Comixology.

image c. 2020 Scholastic, Inc.

Episode 28 – Writing what you know and don’t know. Which should you do? Original Air Date: Aug 25, 2014 Ep 28 – Writing What You Know and Don’t Know - Episode 28 – Writing what you know and don’t know. Which should you do? Original Air Date: Aug 25, 2014

Episode 27 – Young Adult with Jess E. Owen In this second of two special episodes, the gang chats with Jess E. Owen, author of Song of the Summer King, about writing young adult stories. Original Air Date: Aug 10, 2014 Find and follow Jess  on Twitter at: @JE_Owen Ep 27 – Young Adult with Jess E. Owen - Episode 27 – Young Adult with Jess E. Owen In this second of two special episodes, the gang chats with Jess E. Owen, author of Song of the Summer King, about writing young adult stories. Original Air Date: Aug 10,

Episode 26 – Self Pub with Jess E. Owen The gang hightails it down to visit Jess E. Owen, author of Song of the Summer King. Jess tells us about her self publishing experience. Find and follow Jess here: @JE_Owen Original Air Date: Jul 27, 2014 Ep 26 – Self Pub with Jess E. Owen - Episode 26 – Self Pub with Jess E. Owen The gang hightails it down to visit Jess E. Owen, author of Song of the Summer King. Jess tells us about her self publishing experience. Find and follow Jess here: @JE_Owen Original Air Date: Jul 27, 2014

Episode 25 – Are You Tech or Magic? We discuss tech and magic as story mechanics and how they mirror each other. Original Air Date: Jul 13, 2014 Ep 25 – Are You Tech or Magic? - Episode 25 – Are You Tech or Magic? We discuss tech and magic as story mechanics and how they mirror each other. Original Air Date: Jul 13, 2014

Episode 24 – SWS – Comic Sans Roland goes to Texas and talks with Fuzzwolf and Buck Turner Original Air Date: Jul 2, 2014 Ep 24 – SWS – Comic Sans - Episode 24 – SWS – Comic Sans Roland goes to Texas and talks with Fuzzwolf and Buck Turner Original Air Date: Jul 2, 2014

Recently Arcana Studios brought us Go Fish, written by Sean O’Reilly and illustrated by Beto Nascimento. It’s a full-color hardcover one-shot that’s the prequel to a film of the same name — which we’ve never heard of. “Alex the Parrotfish is off to the undersea city of New Corralton in search of fame and fortune (or at least a decent job). Before he’s through, he’ll face down hungry sharks, rude bureaucrat fish, and a shocking threat to the whole reef! How will Alex make it out in one piece?” See some preview pages over at Comixology.

image c. 2020 Arcana Studios

Sorry about that… Thanks to Twitter we learned about a new animal fantasy series from Bad Dog Books: Disbanded, first in the Serpentia series by Frances Pauli. “Sookahr the architect is just one of many snakes within Serpentia, an underground society where snakes and their rodent companions have lived in peace for as long as anyone can remember. Their destinies are preordained at birth, when they are fit with skymetal bands to enhance the telekinetic powers that aid them everyday. Given an opportunity unheard of for a snake of his caste, Sookahr and Kwirk, his mouse aid, venture to a recently-destroyed outpost at the far edges of Serpentia, hoping to redesign the structure and prove his skill as an architect. But something watches from the jungle, and whatever attacked the outpost is poised to strike again. Will Sookahr’s drive to rise above his station get his team killed? Or will he respond to the call he’s heard since birth, and be the hero who can save them all?” Not a lot of books out there starring snakes, let alone furry fantasy books! Take a look over at Barnes & Noble to find out more and order it in papeback.

image c. 2020 Bad Dog Books

A usual packed show.

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Link Roundup:

• Twin Tails new website
• Cloudflare’s new controversial DNS censorship product is blocking LGBT stuff
  • Cloudflare’s Response
• Video from Tony Northrup about how photography created the toilet paper famine
• AC updates refund policy due to COVID-19
• John Oliver wants furry porn
  • Related Tweet
  • Previous Q&A with the artist
  • Artist’s old website
  • Artist Twitter
• Telegram announces folders
  • Related Tweet
• Telegram announces verified channels
• “Immediately change your character’s gender” narration goes viral
  • Part 2
• Marriott data breach, 5.2 million guests affected
• US eases restrictions on gay men donating blood due to COVID-19
• New Zealand Radio Hauraki host Tom Harper gives no shits, says fuck covid-19
• Coloradans schedule nightly howl during pandemic
• Daleks order UK residents to stay inside

News:

• Dog found behind wheel after high speed chase
• Curing the Quarantine Blues: Get Pizza Delivered With Your Weed
• Christian TV host: Vegetarian hamburgers are a ‘Luciferian’ plot to change human DNA
• Coronavirus lockdown spurs police in England to dye ‘Blue Lagoon’ black to deter Instagrammers
• Crazy Train Engineer Is Facing 20 Years for Trying to Ram Into a Navy Hospital Ship

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[Live] Vegans For Satan

Just a reminder that April is the FWG election season. Anyone who wishes to run for any of the guild officer positions (president, vice president, treasurer) should feel free to put together a platform and make a post on the forums in accordance with guild by-laws, as detailed here: https://furrywritersguild.com/guild-by-laws/

Our election protocol is the product of a different era, when the forums were the hub of FWG activity. However, since election season is already upon us, the current administration will not attempt to update the process. The election subforum can be found here: https://fwg.makyo.io/c/fwg-ideas-and-feedback/guild-election/25

Thank you, and best of luck to the candidates.

Thumbnail source: https://www.weasyl.com/~renashe/submissions/646727/foam-fursuit-head-wip-atlas Es seguro que ha pasado por la mente de muchos miembros de la comunidad llevar su personaje o fursona a la vida real, materializar ese alter ego animal producto de su ferviente imaginación para poder interpretarlo. Esta práctica se lleva a cabo desde tiempos memorables dentro del fandom y se le conoce […]