Tag: Writing
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Nine ways to help you start writing climate fiction today
Climate change influences fiction today, urging writers to explore its effects. Various resources exist, from websites to articles and books, assisting authors in developing climate-focused narratives effectively.
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Lost in Space: I miss the old Dr. Smith and Robot in the Netflix reboot.
The love/hate dynamic between Dr. Zachary Smith and Robot in the original Lost in Space surpasses the 2018 reboot, where Dr. Smith lacks the charm of the original character and connection with Robot.
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Three reasons why you should put climate change in your next novel
Writers should incorporate climate change into their narratives to reflect readers’ real experiences, concerns, and discussions about its impacts, shaping character evolution and engaging with contemporary issues.
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Review: New novel tackles sexual assault on campus amid the #MeToo debate
Yes Means Yes is at once a seminar on the law concerning sexual assault on campus and the story of a young woman discovering its complexities at a personal level.
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Protagonists must grow: What happens when they don’t?
The television series, The Last Kingdom, is an exciting historical drama, but the way it treats the arc of protagonist Uhtred of Bebbanburg doesn’t measure up to the material. Fishermen love a good fish story, especially the one that got away. I was hooked by the BBC America television series The Last Kingdom, but the…
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Review: Don’t worry. Everything will be fixed by 2037, says this XPrize book
In 2037, the wealthy will dominate through NiceCoin, earned by kindness. Seat14C.com features sci-fi stories envisioning a techno-utopia, though many narratives feel repetitive and lack depth on social issues.
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Just signed a four-book publishing deal. With myself.
After years of rejections from traditional publishers, I’ve decided to self-publish my climate-themed sci-fi series. Though I’m concerned about the financial investment, I’m committed to seeing my work out in the world.
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How LibreOffice freed me from the shackles of Microsoft Office
The author emphasizes the importance of aligning personal values with choices, particularly in writing software. He advocates for LibreOffice over Microsoft Office, highlighting the benefits of open-source alternatives.
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Five Questions: Sherry Decker, author of A Summer with the Dead
I’m not a huge horror fan, but my Five Questions interview with author Sherry Decker demonstrated that horror is a great way to explore the great questions that daunt us as humans. I heard author Sherry Decker read from her upcoming novel A Summer with the Dead at Two-Hour Transport, a monthly open mic and…
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How would King Arthur cope with a climate-changed world?
The author reflects on transitioning from writing in the Carbon Run universe to exploring a post-climate change world through fantasy, particularly integrating Arthurian legends with environmental themes.
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Five Questions: Sabrina Chase, author of the Argonauts of Space series
Sabrina Chase, a Seattle indie author, discusses the publishing process, her series, and offers advice to aspiring writers.
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Writers should stop using ‘redneck’ as an ethnic slur, and probably won’t.
Historically dominated by white men, science fiction in recent decades have seen increasing representation from women and minorities. But the term “redneck,” alongside other slurs, reflects societal biases and stereotypes against immigrant redneck culture. The biases are rooted in American upper class snobbishness against Scots-Irish immigrants.
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The Girl in the Road: Literary fiction with a sci-fi overlay
Monica Byrne’s The Girl in the Road intertwines two women’s journeys in a future shaped by climate change, exploring technology’s role in economic colonialism while challenging dominant narratives and human resilience.
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Should you hire a sensitivity reader to scrutinize your novel?
Mikki Kendall advocates for hiring sensitivity readers to ensure diverse character portrayals in literature, cautioning against stereotypes while emphasizing thorough research and genuine narrative necessity over trend chasing.
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Review: A Le Carré tale of disappointment and two endings
Not every book can have a satisfying end, and some books have disappointing endings, even one by the master storyteller, John Le Carré. Spoilers ahead, including details of book endings You’ve invested days, maybe weeks of time in a relationship, but at the end, you’re disappointed. It happens in real-life relationships, and it happens to…
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What happens when you remodel your social media platform
In 2016, the author reflects on the challenge of traditional publishing versus self-publishing, emphasizing the importance of an effective marketing platform and social media presence to promote their works.
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What Catholic science fiction writers can learn from Mormon writers
The article explores the strong connection between Mormonism and science fiction, highlighting how both the Mormon and Catholic backgrounds inspire imaginative storytelling, showcasing notable authors and religious influences on the genre.
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How writers can read The Grapes of Wrath as climate fiction
The article examines how Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath, through the Joad family’s experiences during the Dust Bowl, reflects the potential consequences of climate change and mass migration.
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More skirmishes in the genre wars
The genre wars in science fiction, particularly between traditionalists and inclusives, highlight the absurdity of classifications, emphasizing that genres often lack meaningful definitions and distract from storytelling.
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Review: The Water Knife is bleak, but uncomfortably possible
Paolo Bacigalupi’s The Water Knife invites us to imagine a drought like no other, in which the lack of water brought on by climate change disrupts life from beginning to end. The western drought has forced everyone to know their rights. From San Diego to Seattle, talk shows, newspapers, and blogs overflow with debates over…