How to Write Science Fiction & Fantasy

How to Write Science Fiction & Fantasy

1990 • 140 pages

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A good read covering world creation, what is and isn't science fiction, what to do if you want to have a career in sci-fi and story creation. Well written and enjoyable, good for anyone considering writing sci-fi or fantasy.


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Genre Writing Series

Genre Writing Series is a 4-book series with 4 released primary works first released in 1989 with contributions by Shannon O'Cork and Orson Scott Card.


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There's one useful chapter in this book, and it's the one about the MICE quotient/story structure analysis/planning tool. Other than that, I think Brandon Sanderson's YouTube writing lectures are far more informative (and up to date) than this.

July 18, 2022

Just the reminder I needed. Key considerations on pacing, plot, mechanics, and attitude for science fiction and fantasy.

July 2, 2016

I've never read a book like this one. Of course, there are some parts that are outdated, but the overall information is extremely useful. Orson Scott Card is a good teacher, and has a natural way of sharing his knowledge.

August 14, 2021

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