Tag: Science Fiction
Sidekicks and the Meta-game
he sidekick is often the one person who sees the “real” hero. The more far-future and fantastic the world becomes, the more essential this kind of character is.
Acquisition News: Alex White’s New Space Opera Trilogy
Orbit announces the acquisition of Alex White's newest space opera
New Releases in Science Fiction/Fantasy/Paranormal Romance for Wednesday OCT 23
Galactic Gladiators! Thumbs up for Anna Hackett's Centurion
Noticias Literatura 23-10
The Spanish Association of Fantasy Science Fiction and Terror (AEFCFT) announces the first number of Opportunity magazine
Jean Christophe Gapdy, un auteur en phase ascendante
An interview with French author Jean Christophe Gapdy, including a brief discussion of "Francofuturism"
Take A Pinch of This Genre and A Spoonful of That...
Do authors think about genre classification while creating? Or only when it comes to listing it for the market?
Cover Launch: RANDOM SH*T FLYING THROUGH THE AIR by Jackson Ford
I guess if you're a gilr who can move sh*t with your mind, there's bound to be random sh* flying through the air...
G. L. Carriger’s The 5th Gender is a Genre-Smashing Good Time
The 5th Gender - a cozy mystery science fiction and queer romantic comedy with a healthy dose of social commentary
Profiles in Pulp: The First Science Fiction Magazine(s)
Is Amazing Stories the world's first science fiction magazine? Yes. Did it get there all on its lonesome? No.
Anime roundup 9/19/2019: What a Wonderful World
In this week's viewing: Dr. Stone takes a good look around, Granbelm looks for everyday magic, and more!
Take A Pinch of This Genre and A Spoonful of That...
Is it science fiction romance with adventure. Or maybe it's space opera with space marines and romantic elements.
On the Importance of Having Your Book Translated (Not Your Mind-Set)
When writing for translation - let your identity and cultural background take the lead
I’m Not Saying it’s Aliens, but….
You knew we were going to get here sooner or later, didn't you. One of the most interesting things about aliens showing up in videogames is that they often serve the same purpose as they do in broader science fiction.
The Game’s a Journey, Not a Destination
Many times a story isn't so much about what happens at the ending, but rather the journey taken to get there. In fact the...
What to Do When Your Planet is Trying to Kill You
Kimberly UNger dives into her first post about science fiction in video games with a look at Anthem from Bioware, an MMO based on the concept of terraforming.
Review: Rarity from the Hollow
Amusing at times, shocking at others, a touching and somehow wonderful SFF read.
Wordcon day 2/día 2 (bilingual post)
Videos & pics from Worldcon 75! (Tanya confesses to being a bit overwhelmed)
Game review: The Last of Us (Remastered)
The Last of Us is a well realized computer game that contains both a thrilling zombie story and brilliant drama.
Comic Con May 2017 – London, baby!
Comic Con in London is a star-studded, all-out geektacular three days of fun, food, celebrities, and costumes, costumes, and more costumes.
“Adventuring in the genre forest is fun”. Interview with Award Winner...
An interview with Karin Tidbeck, a Swedish author of weird fiction.
SF et musique en France
Chez les anglosaxons les relations entre SF et musique ont surtout passé par le rock progressif puis le metal. Il se trouve qu’en France...
Quand les geeks s’en mêlent
Fandom is once again having an effect on French speculative fiction publishing.
Obituario: Jorge De Abreu (1963-2016)
An appreciation of Venezuelan science fiction and fantasy writer Jorge De Abreu, who died on September 28.