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Scifipunk reads a lot of science fiction and space operas (or as he prefers to call them: Epic Star Sagas), and a little fantasy, mystery and adventure. He especially loves a book that combines those elements together into a single novel.  He then writes up his personal opinions about the books he reads here, and on Goodreads.com.
He also attempts to write a little science fiction as well.
He lives in Texas, USA, with his very patient wife and hyperactive dog.

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