The official homepage of Nic Lishko's writings, musings, and other creations.
I know, I know. I don’t update this site much at all, but it’s time. I’ve got a plan to start selling my books directly here. I just gotta take the time to learn how to do it! This will be the BEST place to find my work once the new site is done. I’ve … Read More “About to blow this site up – Oct 2024” »
I don’t know who is reading this, but just know I’m still here. Life has been crazy in the best way possible. Baby is about to turn 1 and if that’s not enough to keep me busy, my first two books came out. The third is on the way. That’s all for now. More in … Read More “I’m still here in February 2024” »
To say that I drastically miscalculated how much time I would have to write/play videogames/watch movies/be selfish while on leave would be an understatement. For context, I’ve been on a leave of absence for the last few months due to the birth of our first miracle child. This girl was 8 years in the making. … Read More “The Incline in Manitou Springs can be used as a metaphor for just about anything. Here’s what it is to me.” »
Oliver doesn’t know what the heck is goin’ on in that shot. It was the Rocky Mountain Old English Sheepdog picnic and we were prepping for a lovely family photo. That’s the face he made. Distinguished. One of a kind guy. Sir Pup. Oliver and Gracie also snapped their once a year group shot. Anyway, … Read More “Revamping site, STAY TUNED” »
Best Songs of 22 Best Shows of 22 As far back as I can remember, this was the year I didn’t get to the theater as much as I wanted to. I mean, once a month for me is where I’d like to be. Maybe that’ll be on my goals for next year, but really, … Read More “Let Them Eat Cake – Best MOVIES of ’22 (according to me)” »
Oh right, I saw Squid Games this year. It was moistly fine. If that show is anything, it’s a masterclass in stretching out a movie idea into a tv series. I was gripped, sure, but after a while, I was fast forwarding. I didn’t care about half the people the show tried to make me … Read More “Let Them Eat Cake – Best SHOWS of ’22 (according to me)” »
(Nic pours a glass of mountain whiskey) I have a pretty broad taste for music. Growing up on oldies and smooth jazz, I had quite the awakening once I was introduced to hard rock in high school. So my end of the year is fairly broad when it comes to the stuff i enjoy. As … Read More “Let Them Eat Cake – Best SONGS of ’22 (according to me)” »
GREETINGS, This year’s theme for my best of list is “let them eat cake.” Why? Because GATEKEEPING HIPSTERS SUCK. NIC WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?! IT MEANS I CAN’T STAND ALL THESE LISTS OF THE BEST OF THE YEAR THINGS FULL OF SONGS AND BANDS YOU’VE NEVER HEARD OF BUT THEY GET TOP STOPS FOR…TERRIBLE REASONS?! … Read More “The best of 22 – According to Nic” »
I’ve been missing. But I’m still here. Lots of great things going on. Not just in life, but also in the writing world. I look forward to sharing more in both soon. You may notice the new pop-up where I ask for your email to let you know about upcoming releases. This will be for … Read More “WHERE ARE YOU?” »
(mild spoilers) Imagine the following scene. I’ve just finished watching Top Gun Maverick on the biggest movie theater screen in Colorado. My fat ass is holding a empty tub of popcorn and a pee that should have been emptied 40 minutes prior but I was afraid to miss anything. As the movie ended, I didn’t … Read More “Top Gun 2 and I love popcorn” »
