Tag: worldbuilding
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My Biggest Worldbuilding Inspirations
Like a lot of writers, I draw inspiration from many of my favorite creative works. Since I’m currently writing a science fiction novel, some of my biggest sources of inspiration are other science fiction works — but not always books. Anything with great worldbuilding is a candidate. The smallest detail can spark a new idea. It’s never…
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Making New Friends in “The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet”
Last month I read a science fiction book that was so good, I missed my bus stop on two different occasions and totally lost track of time on a five-hour flight. It’s called The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet, by Becky Chambers.
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Ramblings on Why “Star Wars” Is So Unbelievable
I have this weird relationship going with Star Wars, where I find it really compelling but so much cheesier than most things I like. Last month I spent a couple of weekends rewatching the films in release order (and making sure I had actually watched all of them, because I’m pretty sure I missed a couple before)…
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