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David R Beshears

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Award-winning #author of dozens of #books in #sciencefiction and #fantasy. BSci in Computability and Cognition #scifi #writer #writingcommunity #doctorwho #reddwarf #mst3k author site: www.davidrbeshears.com publisher site: www.greybeardpublishing.com

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"There are three signs of old age: loss of memory ... I forget the other two." – Red Skelton

"There are three signs of old age: loss of memory ... I forget the other two." – Red Skelton

a #redskelton quote #skelton

09.03.2026 13:18 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Greybeard Publishing -- science fiction and fantasy titles available in large print paperback.

Greybeard Publishing -- science fiction and fantasy titles available in large print paperback.

Twenty-one of my #books (mostly #scifi and #fantasy) are available in large print paperback format, listed on the Large Print page on greybeardpublishing.com #largeprint #lpe #reading

05.03.2026 13:42 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
sun's rays streaking through the thinning fog and tree branches

sun's rays streaking through the thinning fog and tree branches

When not #writing, I can usually be found on any one of a dozen #northwest mountains. I'm posting a few pics that I’ve taken while on my #hikes. I took this pic while #hiking Rock Candy Mtn as I was coming up above the fog. And here’s a video from a few years ago: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHWG...

02.03.2026 13:54 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
"If youΒ΄re alive, make a lot of noise, because life is the very opposite of death." – Mel Brooks

"If youΒ΄re alive, make a lot of noise, because life is the very opposite of death." – Mel Brooks

#melbrooks quote

27.02.2026 13:39 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
KHDZ book cover with reviewer quote: "If you like Neil Gaiman or Terry Pratchett you will enjoy this short book. I was chuckling along from the first couple of pages and the whole book kept me entertained."

KHDZ book cover with reviewer quote: "If you like Neil Gaiman or Terry Pratchett you will enjoy this short book. I was chuckling along from the first couple of pages and the whole book kept me entertained."

John Smith is the first person ever sent downstairs due to a mix-up in the paperwork. While this is sorted out, he is assigned to work at Hades’ local television station, where he must deal with strange characters and stranger programming. #reading #fantasy #books www.amazon.com/dp/B00HYNUGSW

24.02.2026 19:14 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
a pic of wagonwheel lake

a pic of wagonwheel lake

When not #writing, I can usually be found on any one of a dozen #northwest mountains. I’m posting a few pics that I’ve taken while on my #hikes. One of the steepest is the #hike up to the tiny Wagonwheel Lake. And here’s a video from a few years ago: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHWG...

22.02.2026 15:09 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
β€œGive me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.”  – Abraham Lincoln

β€œGive me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.” – Abraham Lincoln

#lincoln quote #abrahamlincoln

19.02.2026 14:29 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Serpent's Keep - Book One of the Serpent's Keep Trilogy by David R. Beshears - Recipient of Readers' Favorite Five Stars award

Serpent's Keep - Book One of the Serpent's Keep Trilogy by David R. Beshears - Recipient of Readers' Favorite Five Stars award

book 1 of #scifi / #fantasy Serpent’s Keep trilogy FREE #ebook 3 days only www.amazon.com/dp/B0070YBSGE
β€œI thoroughly enjoyed reading this spellbinding, magical, and suspenseful fantasy epic for its unique and intrepid characters and its evocative and atmospheric worldbuilding.” – Readers’ Favorite

15.02.2026 15:57 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Cool! I’ve been collecting all the novelizations for the past year, reading them in broadcast order. I just started reading this one last night.

13.02.2026 15:51 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
β€œA society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.”  – Greek Proverb

β€œA society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in.” – Greek Proverb

#proverb #quote

11.02.2026 18:18 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
mountain goat atop Mt. Ellinor, watching me having a quick lunch before I start back down the mountain.

mountain goat atop Mt. Ellinor, watching me having a quick lunch before I start back down the mountain.

When not #writing, I can usually be found on any one of a dozen #northwest mountains. I thought I’d post a few pics I’ve taken while on my #hikes. This is a pic from Mt. Ellinor. And here’s a video from a few years ago: www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHWG...

07.02.2026 17:31 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
"I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes their sci-fi with a bit of intrigue, adventure, suspense and a splash of creepy horror." – five stars
"The most interesting SF I've read in years. Well done! Will there be a sequel?" - five stars

The Black Tower
David R. Beshears
www.davidrbeshears.com

"I highly recommend this book to anyone who likes their sci-fi with a bit of intrigue, adventure, suspense and a splash of creepy horror." – five stars "The most interesting SF I've read in years. Well done! Will there be a sequel?" - five stars The Black Tower David R. Beshears www.davidrbeshears.com

The Black Tower – the Complete Series
β€œThe threads of each story weave together, wrapping you up like a spider with its prey and holding on tight until you reach the thrilling conclusion.” – Readers’ Favorite Five Stars award
#sciencefiction #scifi #books #reading
www.amazon.com/dp/B00QMUB23G

05.02.2026 13:56 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
β€œWe didn't realize we were making memories, we just knew we were having fun.”  -- Winnie the Pooh

β€œWe didn't realize we were making memories, we just knew we were having fun.” -- Winnie the Pooh

A little something from the world of #winniethepooh #pooh quote

30.01.2026 13:21 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I earlier listed my 3 favorite Patrick Troughton episodes (see pic) as part of my series of posts of 3 favs of each #classicwho doctor. To add 2 more: The Power of the Daleks and The Seeds of Death. #drwho #doctorwho

29.01.2026 16:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
β€œNever have a battle of wits with an unarmed person.” -- Mark Twain

β€œNever have a battle of wits with an unarmed person.” -- Mark Twain

#twain quote #marktwain

25.01.2026 15:47 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
"A contemplative look at aging, loss, and the bonds of friendship in a uniquely close-knit community. The author's writing is simple and straightforward, comfortably bringing readers into the tranquil rhythm of Gordon's daily life. A heartfelt look at how love and companionship endure even in the face of loss, old age, and the passage of time. Recommended." -- Readers' Favorite Reviewer

"A contemplative look at aging, loss, and the bonds of friendship in a uniquely close-knit community. The author's writing is simple and straightforward, comfortably bringing readers into the tranquil rhythm of Gordon's daily life. A heartfelt look at how love and companionship endure even in the face of loss, old age, and the passage of time. Recommended." -- Readers' Favorite Reviewer

Book one of planned trilogy, Gordon’s Porch #fiction #novella available in paperback, hardcover, large print paperback and #kindle #ebook. #reading #books www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHJ2L2Y6

18.01.2026 14:03 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
"I don' see anyone else banging on this door to put up with your nonsense." -- Sheldon Cooper (big bang theory)

"I don' see anyone else banging on this door to put up with your nonsense." -- Sheldon Cooper (big bang theory)

#sheldon quote #sheldoncooper #bigbangtheory

13.01.2026 13:41 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Yes! I started building my collection of Classic Who novelizations about a year ago, have 122 books to date. Reading β€˜em in broadcast order, midway thru Pertwee (still missing a few Hartnell and Troughton), and still need more than a few post Pertwee.

08.01.2026 20:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Sure...
The Space Museum and The Dalek Invasion of Earth.
Really like all three, gotta say though the novel adaptations are even better, they didn't have to deal with budget concerns.

08.01.2026 18:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
"Liberty, once lost, is lost forever." -- John Adams

"Liberty, once lost, is lost forever." -- John Adams

#johnadams quote #liberty

08.01.2026 16:50 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Three favorites, but I'll go with Web Planet.

08.01.2026 15:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
"You're in my spot." -- Sheldon Cooper

"You're in my spot." -- Sheldon Cooper

#sheldon quote #sheldoncooper #bigbangtheory

05.01.2026 13:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
β€œSo, they went off together. But wherever they go, and whatever happens to them on the way, in that enchanted place on the top of the Forest, a little boy and his Bear will always be playing.”  β€” A.A. Milne

β€œSo, they went off together. But wherever they go, and whatever happens to them on the way, in that enchanted place on the top of the Forest, a little boy and his Bear will always be playing.” β€” A.A. Milne

What a wonderful world is the hundred-acre wood. #milne #pooh #winniethepooh

30.12.2025 15:55 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Book cover image of Mrs. Weddington's Yard, with Readers' Favorite Five Stars award sticker.

Book cover image of Mrs. Weddington's Yard, with Readers' Favorite Five Stars award sticker.

Mrs. Weddington’s Yard just published. #fantasy #novella, first in an upcoming series. #read #books
The quiet existence of a menagerie of animals is disrupted when Mother fails to show up one morning to care for them. www.amazon.com/dp/B0G76P8LTC

26.12.2025 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

"It's the dog park." -- Mara
Brain worm!

24.12.2025 15:55 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
#7 Sylvester McCoy 
Paradise Towers
The Greatest Show in the Galaxy
Ghost Light

#7 Sylvester McCoy Paradise Towers The Greatest Show in the Galaxy Ghost Light

Posting my three favorite serials of each Classic Dr Who, one doctor per day. Focusing on the broadcasts, some may be influenced by the novelization adaptations that I’m reading. Some picks were easy choices, others not so much. #classicwho #doctorwho

Day 7 – last classic doctor: Sylvester McCoy

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#6 Colin Baker
Revelation of the Daleks
Mark of the Rani
The Ultimate Foe

#6 Colin Baker Revelation of the Daleks Mark of the Rani The Ultimate Foe

Posting my three favorite serials of each Classic Dr Who, one doctor per day. Focusing on the broadcasts, though some may be influenced by the novelization adaptations that I’m reading. Some picks were easy choices, others not so much. #classicwho #doctorwho

Day 6 – the 6th doctor: Colin Baker

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#5 Peter Davison
Castrovalva
Mawdryn Undead
Enlightenment

#5 Peter Davison Castrovalva Mawdryn Undead Enlightenment

Posting my three favorite serials of each Classic Dr Who, one doctor per day. Focusing on the broadcasts, though some may be influenced by the novelization adaptations that I’m reading. Some picks were easy choices, others not so much. #classicwho #doctorwho

Day 5 – the 5th doctor: Peter Davison

18.12.2025 15:27 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Tom Baker had years and years of series to choose from. Really liked City of Death, very cool concept.

17.12.2025 15:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
#4 Tom Baker
The Face of Evil
Horror of Fang Rock
Warriors’ Gate

#4 Tom Baker The Face of Evil Horror of Fang Rock Warriors’ Gate

Posting my three favorite serials of each Classic Doctor Who, one doctor per day. Focusing on the serial broadcasts, though some may be influenced by the novelization adaptations that I’m reading. Some picks were easy choices, others not so much. #classicwho #doctorwho

Day 4 – and now Tom Baker:

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