How to Write Science Fiction & Fantasy
Ratings11
Average rating3.9
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Ratings11
Average rating3.9
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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1 released bookGenre Writing Series is a 2-book series first released in 1990 with contributions by 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.
Just the reminder I needed. Key considerations on pacing, plot, mechanics, and attitude for science fiction and fantasy.
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 Of course, there are some parts that are outdated, but the overall information is extremely useful.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.
This is a great book. Every science fiction and fantasy writer should have a copy. I just keep going back to it, and every time I learn something new. The newer edition with supplemental chapters, [b:Writing Fantasy & Science Fiction: How to Create Out-Of-This-World Novels and Short Stories 17295445 Writing Fantasy & Science Fiction How to Create Out-Of-This-World Novels and Short Stories Orson Scott Card https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1375674709s/17295445.jpg 23929343], doesn't really add much to this classic.
