Rest in Peace Michael Dowd

Rest in Peace Michael Dowd

I was deeply shocked to hear last night of the death of Michael Dowd, creator of the wonderful PostDoom.com.  He and his wife Connie Barlow have been good friends to me, as they have to so many others.  Michael and I had exchanged a few words on Saturday, so I knew...
Dark Optimism on Facebook

Dark Optimism on Facebook

Despite my serious misgivings about Facebook and the way it is run, I have decided to bow to popular pressure and trial a Dark Optimism Facebook page. While my Twitter feed has proved a useful tool, whether or not I retain the Facebook page will depend on its popularity and any feedback received, so let me know what you think. Also, for newcomers to Dark Optimism, there is now a "best posts" category here on the site, for those who want to catch up with my favourite posts to date.
Dark Optimism on Twitter

Dark Optimism on Twitter

Yes, after much cajoling from friends and colleagues, I have finally set up a Dark Optimism Twitter account. Now that the glut of big TTK events is out of the way, I should soon be able to find time to post some original writing here again, but hopefully Twitter will allow me to keep things ticking over in the hectic times too! ps A slightly excitable post about Saturday's Big Launch Party/Great Unleashing to follow later, once the pics are sent through. In the meantime, check out our swish new TTK website - it's all go here!