Author Archives: Tom Hopp

About Tom Hopp

Thomas P Hopp is a scientist and author living in Seattle. He writes medical thrillers, natural disaster novels, and the Dinosaur Wars science fiction series.

Hatching a new story

Posted on March 15, 2014 by Tom Hopp

This story’s got adventure, if dodging the trampling feet of the biggest creatures ever to stride the earth is your idea of a good time, and light romance, for those who have followed the hero, Chase Armstrong, and heroine, Kit Daniels, throughout their previous misadventures. And–as always–I sneak a little scientific information into the mix. Continue reading →

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The Ignimbrites of Mars

Posted on March 9, 2014 by Tom Hopp

Sorry rover scientists. I think you missed that call. The layers of chunky stone you’ve been seeing are the product of white-hot heat, not flowing water. Continue reading →

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Rocking with The Beaters

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Tom Hopp

One thing is true about The Beaters. We hit it hard and the crowds leave sweaty, tired, and satisfied. Continue reading →

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My Alma Mater Likes Me

Posted on February 15, 2014 by Tom Hopp

When I browsed the resumes of other folks on that Wall of Fame, it was an exercise in feeling humble. Continue reading →

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The News from Ketchum

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Tom Hopp

Still chilled to the bone after riding those chairlifts. But the powder snow has been fantastic. Continue reading →

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Science Magazine likes me

Posted on February 1, 2014 by Tom Hopp

It’s nice to be told you were right, even if just a bit belatedly. Continue reading →

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Updating my science credentials

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Tom Hopp

In the interest of advancing science, or at least not holding it up any longer, I’m making the effort to get a long list of them scanned, converted to text, proof-read (ouch! what a long process!) and listed on my personal website. Continue reading →

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Starting 2014 right

Posted on January 18, 2014 by Tom Hopp

2014 looks quite promising. I’ve already got a new book out there. I’ve stopped spam in its tracks. And I’ve got so many story ideas, my only problem is choosing which one to go after. Continue reading →

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2013 flameout

Posted on December 28, 2013 by Tom Hopp

DW2 is in the final throes. I’m entering the redline changes into what will be the final draft, already working on the fifth of five sections. But New Years Eve is just too darn close. Continue reading →

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Swimming with Cormorants and Pelicans

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Tom Hopp

The water here is about bathtub temperature, and I just couldn’t resist jumping in with a snorkel this morning to check out what all the seabirds were busy chasing. Continue reading →

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