Author: JRobinson (Page 1 of 33)

I feel like this year’s fest can be summed up with a rename: FoodFest 2025. Yes, we went to Niagara Falls. Yes, the falls are mind-numbingly impressive when you’re standing on a boat floating near the base. But the restaurants in Niagara Falls are plentiful, vast, and very, very good.

More than that, the portion sizes were massive. And because the food was so good, I cleaned my plate more often than not. I probably could have rolled home, and I’m going to avoid a scale for a few weeks. But the best part of these restaurants was the company. I got to spend time with some amazing people–some old friends, and others newcomers. All of them fun, relaxed, and comfortable. Speaking to people at RobinsonFest is effortless, even for me, and that’s saying a lot. Not only do I not have a lot of opportunities for socializing (being solo in an office 365 days a year), but my autism also makes most social interactions a massive effort. Much less so at RobinsonFest.

Something that impresses me every year at RobinsonFest is how exceedingly friendly and welcoming everyone is. Whether it’s your tenth fest or first, you’ll be welcomed like family and be instantly part of the group. I’d like to take credit for this atmosphere, but I’m probably the most stoic person at the fest. Somehow, I just have the coolest fans on the planet.

So, what did we do, other than eat? On Friday, we went to a…fun center? Theme park? I don’t know its official label, but we went go-kart racing on a massive track that rises three stories and sends you careening down a wavy hill that puckers the butt of even the most seasoned go-karter. We fought off waves of zombies, and because I’m both competitive and have a gamer rep to uphold, I infused my trigger finger with the Speed Force, cut through the zombie waves, and managed to get the high score in both games.  There was mini-golf, a wax museum, the most…interesting…take on a T-Rex I’ve ever seen, and ride in which we shot…ghosts. I did NOT get the high score against the ghosts. I blame it on trigger finger fatigue…and that my competition was an avid shooter. Curse your aim, Steve!

Next was the falls themselves. After being moved onto the boat like a line of pink-poncho-wearing lemmings, we were ferried out to the falls. The trip was awe inspiring and beautiful, but the crashing water… I wasn’t prepared for the overwhelming sense of power. Similar to how I felt when I looked out at the vastness of the Grand Canyon, I felt small and insignificant, witnessing something ancient and raw. Thanks to the water blasting us, no one noticed me shedding a tear or two. Despite being very touristy, that moment at the base of the falls was, for me, transformative. Almost supernatural. I highly recommend a visit, even if you just scoot into town, visit the falls, and retreat before the city can suck you into a food coma.

On Saturday we had a Q&A session with myself, Kane Gilmour, Xander Weaver,  Dan Delgado, and Kesava Anderson, who was a newcomer this year and impressed the hell out of me. Not only was Kesava an earnest and kind dude, he is also incredibly insightful and well-spoken–unlike me! I’ve participated in a number of Q&As, mostly at larger conferences, and this was, by far, the most engaging, fun, and informative session I’ve been a part of. And not just because of the panel. The questions from attendees were engaging and interesting. What was meant to be an hour long Q&A turned into two hours and I barely noticed the time go by. We followed the signing with…food, and then a free afternoon of just hanging out and having a jolly time.

Side note. One highlight of this year for me was River, a perfectly behaved German shepherd service dog who also knew how to throw down when challenged by those of us willing to get down on the floor. River wasn’t there for me, but she definitely helped calm my mind and rejuvenate my energy.

And that’s about it. The family grew closer and larger this year, with a lot of newcomers. I’m looking forward to seeing everyone next year, and all of you who have yet to experience RobinsonFest!

Here’s a gallery of more photos!

— Jeremy

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Two weeks late, but worth it! Narrated by R.C. Bray, the audiobook for ARTIFACT is phenomenal. Don’t believe me? Listen to the audio sample below, or just go buy the dang thing and listen to it front to back. You won’t regret it. As for the story, well, the ebook and print editions have been out for two weeks now, and the reviews are stellar, including this review from “Ginger Nuts of Horror”. If you’re lazy like me and don’t want to read the whole review, here’s a snippet:

“Jeremy Robinson has crafted a narrative that honours the traditions of authors like Michael Crichton while infusing it with his unique voice and style. The novel’s exploration of AI ethics, combined with its chilling horror elements and emotional depth, makes it a must-read for fans of the genre.” –Ginger Nuts of Horror

In an isolated Alaskan town, the local sheriff uncovers a secret lab where generative A.I. and bioprinting have unleashed grotesque, living anomalies—and now, something monstrous is loose.

Sheriff Colton Graves prefers the quiet life in Raven’s Rest, Alaska, a remote town accessible only by tunnel and home to a hardy mix of locals and secrets buried in the ice. But when a camel wanders down Main Street—its head grotesquely sprouting a dozen eyes—Colton knows his quiet days are over. The bizarre incident leads him to NovaGen, a nearby research facility constructed inside a Cold War bunker, buried in the mountains above town. There, a trail of blood and eerie silence hints at something far more sinister than an escaped animal experiment.

With his deputies—the sharp-witted Tali and rookie Ethan—Colton recruits a few trusted locals, including the unshakable Marit, Tali’s sister, the intimidating ‘Grizz’ Norval, and Edgar ‘Old Red’ Rydell, an aging man plagued by demons from when he worked at the bunker during its covert cold war days.

Together, they investigate the abandoned lab. What begins as a search for missing scientists soon reveals chilling evidence: pools of blood without bodies, cryptic warnings left behind, a bloody six-fingered handprint, and the revelation of a new technology: a generative A.I. capable of printing living organisms. As they descend deeper into the lab, it becomes clear that the answers they seek may come at a terrifying cost—and that what was made in the dark may not be content to stay there.

New York Times and #1 Audible bestselling author, Jeremy Robinson, reclaims his title as one of the best Michael Crichton successors, with this harrowing blend of suspense, science, and survival. ARTIFACT takes readers into a frozen abyss where innovation and nightmare collide.

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I have, on occasion, previously stated that other books were the best I’d written. That doesn’t mean I’m lying about all but one of them. I think authors should be allowed to have multiple favorites. And I do. And this is one of them. From the setting, to the characters, to the science, this one is solid from beginning to end. Not only that, but I have a special connection to the main character–which you can learn about when you read the dang thing. No spoilers here! ARTIFACT was a blast to write and is one of those books that has advance readers saying it should be a movie. I agree! Now, let’s make this thing a bestseller.

*Scratching record noise* Okay, before we get to that, you’ll notice that the banner above has all three editions of the book listed as for sale TODAY. But…that’s not the case. Due to factors beyond my control, the ARTIFACT audiobook has been delayed until September 9. You’ll get a second newsletter from me then, reminding you that it’s out (lucky you). Okay, now…

ONTO THE BOOK!

Fans of THE THING will feel right at home in this sci-fi thriller set in a small town in the middle of an Alaskan winter. More than that, fans of the late great Michael Crichton will feel like they’ve traveled back in time and–okay, okay, I can’t go that far. BUT, I was aiming for Crichton territory with this one, and for the most part think I nailed it, but with my humor, first person storytelling, and a complete lack of three-page info dumps. 🙂 The cover is a clear homage to Crichton in his prime, and the book is dedicated to him.

If, like me, you like video trailers, this is for you. If not, scroll down and keep reading!

THE STORY:

In an isolated Alaskan town, the local sheriff uncovers a secret lab where generative AI and bioprinting have unleashed something monstrous . . .

Sheriff Colton Graves prefers the quiet life in Raven’s Rest, Alaska, a remote town accessible only by tunnel and home to a hardy mix of locals and secrets buried in the ice. But when a camel wanders down Main Street―its head grotesquely sprouting a dozen eyes―Colton knows his quiet days are over. The bizarre incident leads him to NovaGen, a nearby research facility constructed inside a Cold War bunker, buried in the mountains above town. There, a trail of blood and eerie silence hints at something far more sinister than an escaped animal experiment.

With his deputies―the sharp-witted Tali and rookie Ethan―Colton recruits a few trusted locals, including the unshakable Marit, Tali’s sister; the intimidating “Grizz” Norval; and Edgar “Old Red” Rydell, an aging man plagued by demons from when he worked at the bunker during its covert days.

Together, they investigate the abandoned lab. What begins as a search for missing scientists soon reveals chilling evidence: pools of blood without bodies, cryptic warnings left behind, a bloody six-fingered handprint, and the revelation of a generative AI capable of printing living organisms. As they descend deeper into the lab, it becomes clear the answers they seek may come at a terrifying cost―and what was made in the dark may not be content to stay there.

New York Times bestselling author Jeremy Robinson reclaims his title as one of the best Michael Crichton successors with this harrowing blend of suspense, science, and survival. Artifact takes readers into a frozen abyss where innovation and nightmares collide.

ORDER PRINT AND EBOOK HERE.

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The Infinite Timeline wrapped up in 2024 with SINGULARITY, the final novel that pulled together twelve previous books—nine standalones and three crossovers—into one mega-crossover brain-melter. This isn’t a sales pitch for the series, I promise. But when readers finished it, I started getting variations of the same question over and over:

“What is up with your brain?”

I also got called a “savant.” A couple times: “idiot savant.” Charming.

The questions got louder when I revealed that I didn’t outline any of the Infinite Timeline. No plot notes. No spreadsheets. Just… vibes and memory. The settings. The plots. Dozens of character arcs and voices. All woven together in the final book, mostly from what I could remember. A few things slipped through the cracks, sure, but not much.

Cue the DMs, emails, and comment section theories. “Why is your brain so different?!”

And that got me asking two questions of my own:

1. Is my brain different?
2. If so… why?

The Diagnosis I Didn’t See Coming

My big satchel of support, full of all the things I need to make me feel like I can handle the world.

The answer to #1 was easy. Yes. In so many ways, yes.

If you’ve followed me for a while, you know I’ve wrestled with an assortment of baffling issues: anxiety, depression, nerve pain, sensory overload, mysterious neurological symptoms, and a wild imagination that rarely shuts off. No one could figure it out. Treatments helped sometimes—but mostly just dulled the symptoms. I didn’t feel better, just muted.

Then one day, while discussing all this with my wife, she said:

“Maybe you’re autistic.”

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What is RobinsonFest?

With fans turned friends. Back when I had golden locks.

Only the coolest gathering of the most amazing people on the planet, that’s what! The less exciting answer is that fans from around the globe join Jeremy Robinson (me!), Kane Gilmour, and an assortment of other guest authors for a long weekend of fun events, adventures, and gatherings that give fans unprecedented access to their favorite (I hope) author. This year we’re going to Niagara Falls on the Canadian side of the border. We’re going to get wet from the falls, going to cause havoc on an epic go-kart track, eat at fabulous restaurants, and spend bonus time hanging out, really getting to know each other and making new and lifelong friends. It’s like summer camp for adults!

Wearing a horrifying mask of myself…posing for a family photo with my Canadian RFest peeps!

Now, I’m keeping this short and sweet because all of the very detailed information about this year’s Fest is available on the registration page. Space is limited and it’s possible that our hotel block could fill up, so don’t dilly dally, and get your hotel discount code. ALSO, keep in mind that this is in Canada. You will need a passport. So if you don’t have one, apply for one now. There is time, especially if you put a rush on it.

I hope to see you there!

— Jeremy