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Myke Cole
Myke Cole is an American author of fantasy, science fiction, and non-fiction. His series include the ''Shadow Ops'', ''Reawakening'', and ''Sacred Throne'' series. His career also involves television, having appeared on the CBS reality show '' Hunted'' and on the Discovery Channel series ''Contact''. His debut novel, ''Shadow Ops: Control Point'' won the 2013 Compton Crook Award. Early life Cole is of Jewish heritage and grew up outside New York City where his father was a professor at New York City College. Cole attended undergrad at the University of Buffalo with fellow writer Peter V Brett. He also holds a Masters Degree in Museum Studies. He’s a former kendo and SCA fighter. His first career was in IT management for government agencies. Following the attacks on 9/11 he pivoted into a career in intelligence. Working as a private contractor and then for the Defense Intelligence Agency he did three tours in Iraq. This work earned him the Secretary of Defense Global War on Te ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Phoenix Comicon
Phoenix Fan Fusion (formerly Phoenix Comicon and Phoenix Comic Fest) is a speculative fiction entertainment and comic book convention held annually in Phoenix, Arizona. It was founded as the Phoenix Cactus Comicon in June 2002, and originally consisted of a one-day six-hour event held in Ahwatukee, Arizona. The convention plays host to comic related panels, programming events, art contests, and autograph signings for all ages. It is a four-day event (Thursday-Sunday) held during the summer at the Phoenix Convention Center in downtown Phoenix. On Thursday evening prior to the official opening of the event, there is a preview for professionals, exhibitors, and select guests pre-registered for all four days. Originally showcasing comic books, science fiction/fantasy and film/television, and related popular arts, the convention has expanded over the years to include a larger range of pop culture elements, such as horror, anime, manga, animation, toys, collectible card games, vi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
