Recommendations
Reviews for Space Whales and Other Nonsense:
“Eric Staggs is one of those rare sci-fi writers that has new ideas that simultaneously expand the genre and make it more accessible to everyone in the process. Each short story is a window into detailed worlds that will get your imagination firing and make you yearn for complete series set in each one. The stories run the gamut from far out alien adventures to tales that could happen just down the street if the world were tweaked ever-so-slightly. There is drama, action, philosophy, and even the occasional bit of humor. If you don’t love Sister Shiv then you don’t have a funny bone in your body. Point being, this short story collection is a lot of things, but that’s not a bad thing, and it will appeal to everybody. Like Shel Silverstein, Staggs has created something bizarre, but relatable to everyday life. You’ll appreciate how unique these stories are and how much you can take away from them.” –Jeremiah Smith, Writer
“Eric’s collections of short stories are not only entertaining but are very well written. There’s adventure, humor, intrigue and everything that makes stories exciting to read. As you’re reading it is so easy to make a mental movie from the words that are written on the pages. I enjoyed them very much. It was hard to wait to see what would happen next. Eric is a talented, gifted, and mind boggling writer. He will keep you your toes with his imagination. I recommend that you read Space Whales and Other Nonsense. You won’t be disappointed.” - Bianca Emery, Writer
“This collection of short stories is far and away the most entertaining new fiction I’ve come across in years. Staggs has an incredible ability to create vivid worlds that draw one in so fully that it is hard to finish a story without immediately missing the characters; simply put it leaves the reader wanting just one more page, one more line. These short stories take adventure and the struggle of existence to levels that allow the mind to play and wander. I highly recommend this work to fans of all genres and just know that it will not disappoint. Eric Staggs has an extensive collection of reviews, blogs, and other stories on his website (which I visit with regularity) at [...]. The fact that there are writers out there like this gives me hope for the future of fiction. I can’t wait for the next installment!!” – C. Caflisch
“What happens when Douglas Adams and Frank Herbert have a punk rock literary love child? Something akin to Eric Staggs. This collection is filled with stories that are irreverent, humorous, and full of space logic and strategies. For the sci fi fan, Mr. Staggs doesn’t dance around the future, he travels through it as if he’s actually been there. For a contemporary collection of modern tales of space, adventure, and beer chugging nuns, Space Wales is worth checking out.” – E. Howk
Below are just a few of the positive comments people have made about working with Eric in throughout his career.
Web Content Specialist at QBE the Americas
“Eric is a talented, creative writer and Web designer. He is keenly interested in researching and brainstorming new ways to tell a story, present an image or effectively communicate to target audiences. Eric is imaginative and well-rounded, as well as extremely interesting. I would recommend him for any job that requires out-of-the-box thinking!”February 25, 2009
Paula Symons, APR , Communications Specialist , QBE the Americas
worked directly with Eric at QBE the Americas
Multi-Media Production Specialist at PESI LLC
“Eric is a positive open communicator who isn’t afraid to undertake challenges.” March 24, 2008
Sara Brunner , Graphic Designer , PESI, LLC
worked with Eric at PESI LLC
“I had the pleasure of working directly with Eric at PESI, LLC. Doing our time working together, Eric was instrumental in developing many new initiatives. He worked to develop a new design of our website (including infrastrucuture), improve the capabilites of our email marketing, and was also a driving force behind brand improvement.” March 22, 2008
Josh Dalton , Marketing Leader , PESI, LLC
worked with Eric at PESI LLC
Web Maintenance / Freelance Web Content at Net Health Shops
“We were very lucky to have Eric and his skills at Net Health Shops. When taking over our website, we hired Eric to help us with the website programming and development. He did an outstanding job. When Eric moved he continued to work for us writing articles and blog posts. I would recommend Eric for work in both capacities, he is very smart and dedicated and has great ideas! Excellent writer and programmer.” November 20, 2009
Amber Liddell, Partner, Net Health Shops
Internet Production Manager at The Core Organization
“Eric was a driving force at The Core to bring in implementing new marketing strategies. He went above and beyond to make sure the appropriate people, technology, and training were implemented to get the job done efficiently.” March 8, 2008
Erin Howk , Creative Department Coordinator , The Core Organization
worked directly with Eric at The Core Organization
Webmaster at Program Productions, Inc.
“Eric was a master at keeping our web business going. His knowledge lead to several additional clients signing on.” October 7, 2008
Chuck Ayers , Producer/Editor , Program Productions
worked with Eric at Program Productions, Inc.
Web Designer at UNETY Systems
“Eric is one of the most creative people I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. He has a strong sense of aesthetic, both graphically and verbally, and I learned quite a bit from him during my time at UNETY.”August 18, 2008
Cedric Hurst , Sr Web Application Developer , UNETY Systems, Inc.
worked directly with Eric at UNETY Systems
“Eric is a highly motivated, multi-talented individual who could always be relied on to get the job done. He was never afraid to take on a new task, even if he hadn’t done it before. He approached all of his projects with enthusiasm and drive. As a manager you sometimes face challenges with certain members of your team, but that was never the case with Eric. He always met his deadlines, never complained, and his work was of the highest quality. During the course of your career people come and go, and most of them you forget over time. The ones you remember are the standouts, and Eric falls into that category.” April 11, 2008
Jed Mander , Director of Development , UNETY Systems
managed Eric at UNETY Systems
“Eric was great to work with at UNETY Systems. He was a dedicated team player who was dependable and resourceful. We stayed in touch and I continued to be impressed with his work and his approach. His interest in and background in film and other media only enhances menu of talents he brings to the table. If the opportunity arose, I would hire him again.” April 9, 2008
Kurt Scholle , VP of Business Development , UNETY Systems
managed Eric indirectly at UNETY Systems
