Seattle’s Science Fiction Museum, housed in a building designed by Frank Gehry, shares space with the Experience Music Project. It features exhibits on alternate reality, inhuman lifeforms, space, and speculative fiction, including props and costumes from popular films and TV shows. The museum also offers a permanent exhibit on scientifically supported theories for the future […]
To find the best sci-fi movies, use movie review resources, research themes of interest, and consider the opinions of different critics. Look for films directed by directors you enjoy and consider the era or region of the film. To pick the best sci-fi movies, it might be a good idea to first find a movie […]
Sci-fi MMOs offer a variety of gameplay and themes, often featuring ranged combat and space flight sims. Some games are based on popular licenses, while others borrow from different types of science fiction. There can also be overlap between different gameplay styles within the same game. The variety available in the world of massively multiplayer […]
Determining the most popular sci-fi films is subjective, as box office success doesn’t always equate to critical acclaim. Some popular choices include Star Wars, The Matrix, and 2001: A Space Odyssey. Horror and monster movies with sci-fi elements are also considered, and some include sci-fi TV series in their lists. Determining the most popular science […]
Science fiction authors can be classified by type of writing or type of science fiction. Types of writing range from vignettes to novels, while types of science fiction range from hard science fiction to cyberpunk and humor. Authors may also focus on subgenres, such as hard or soft science fiction. There are several types of […]
To become a science fiction writer, hone writing skills, research past masters, and get an agent. Education in English, composition, literature, biology, physics, and math can help. Reading countless sci-fi novels and short stories is crucial, and writing diligently and seeking outside feedback is important. Finally, find an agent to sell your work to a […]
The Science & Entertainment Exchange, a non-profit program, is offering its services to Hollywood to add scientific realism to movies and TV shows. The program aims to represent science and scientists positively and generate interest in scientific fields. Filmmakers can call a hotline to connect with over 2,700 professional scientists worldwide. The program has helped […]
Steampunk is a subgenre of science fiction characterized by an anachronistic past with Victorian sensibilities. It may or may not convey the darkness of cyberpunk and can cross the line between fantasy and science fiction. China Mieville’s Perdido Street Station is an example of steampunk. The term “steampunk” (variously “steam punk”) was originally a slightly […]
Hard science fiction is a subgenre of science fiction that aims to be realistic and based on scientific knowledge. It is contrasted with soft science fiction, which is less realistic and may include fantastical elements. Hard science fiction may address controversial concepts like faster-than-light travel in a more consistent way. Hard science fiction is a […]
Ray Bradbury, a sci-fi author, came from an impoverished family and borrowed a suit from his uncle who was killed during a robbery for his high school graduation. He wrote in the UCLA library and disliked computers and the internet, and never learned to drive after witnessing a fatal accident. Ray Bradbury wrote some of […]
Formula fiction is a type of predictable fiction that reuses stories and plots. It is often criticized but appeals to large audiences. It has a fixed setting, characters, and can be written by multiple authors. Formula fiction is a type of fiction in which multiple fictional books or works share many common elements, to the […]
Fiction refers to made-up literary works, including novels and short stories. It has been used since ancient times, with early examples including myths and legends. In the 20th century, new media like film and television borrowed from fictional narrative structures. Today, thousands of works of fiction are published in various languages, with literary and genre […]
The article recommends science fiction novels to read, including Dune by Frank Herbert, 1984 by George Orwell, and works by Phillip K. Dick, Isaac Asimov, and Kurt Vonnegut. These novels explore themes of politics, society, and humanity in futuristic settings. Science fiction novels have long been a favorite of the literary world. As with all […]
When writing science fiction, it’s important to establish clear rules for the fictional world, base the story on scientific fact, develop relatable characters and an overarching theme, and consider combining the genre with others. Practice and feedback can improve writing, and drawing inspiration from other writers is helpful. In many cases, science fiction is an […]
Fiction magazines specialize in short stories, interviews, and articles about writing and publishing. They can be genre-specific or literary, and may offer payment or contests. Online-only magazines are often free and require less cost. Some of the most common types of fiction magazines are those that publish genre fiction and those that publish literary or […]
Novels are always fiction, with genres including science fiction, romance, mystery, and thriller. Thrillers have exciting storylines with a clear antagonist, while crime novels focus on solving a baffling crime. Love stories center around relationships, and science fiction offers imaginative tales set in unpredictable new worlds. Novels can be in paperback, hardcover, or digital formats, […]
Cult fiction and authors have a loyal following, with diverse subject matter and quality. They often break new ground, can be controversial, and appeal to readers who like edgy material. Examples include Catcher in the Rye, 1984, and Harry Potter. Cult authors include Jane Austen, Kurt Vonnegut, and Hermann Hesse. Cult fiction is fiction that […]
Science fiction explores themes of alternate realities, future worlds, superior abilities, and extraterrestrial contact. It also examines the impact of technology and the limits of the human mind. These stories often raise questions about the nature of time and the consequences of humanity’s actions. The most common science fiction themes are those of alternate realities, […]
