I'm writing a novel that's a mix of Douglas Adams-like humorous sci-fi and Tom Sharpe-like bawdiness. Am I mad? Would you be interested in such a book? Read on for more info. [more inside]
posted by deeper red on May 29, 2009 - 23 answers

Who designed the cute flying green "Don't Panic" mascot (seen here) from the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy series, and does the character have a name?
posted by waxpancake on Apr 14, 2009 - 10 answers

How can I preserve Douglas Adams' typewriter for the ages? And more generally, how do museums handle item donations and loans? [more inside]
posted by The Shiny Thing on Jul 16, 2008 - 16 answers

Who to read besides Coupland, Stephenson, Gibson, and Sterling? [more inside]
posted by humannaire on Apr 13, 2008 - 43 answers