Funny thing... I didn't recognize his name, but the first book of his Axis of Time series was available for free when I got my first Kindle. This can be a great way to introduce people to an author or series, and I've bought books by an author based on the free one I got.

Unfortunately for Birmingham, Weapons of Choice just didn't convince me he was a great author, or at least not one that I want to spend more money on right now. Of course, I haven't pirated his books either, but the only reason I've ever done that is if the book isn't legally available electronically.

Done. Got the first book in the Axis of Time trilogy, if it passes muster I'll get the other 2.