Time for Something Completely Different
Every now and again it’s time for something completely different.So yeah, I know this won’t surprise you, but every now and again I venture out of the Regency era and wander about in some very different territory. I’m so excited to be able to share with you some of the fruits of that process!
For your approval, I present:
Putting the Science in Fiction
This nonfiction book based on Dan Kobolt’s Science in Sci-fi blog series will be published by Writer’s Digest Books in October 2018.
About the Book
| Science and technology have starring roles in a wide range of genres–science fiction, fantasy, thriller, mystery, and more. Unfortunately, many depictions of technical subjects in literature, film, and television are pure fiction. A basic understanding of biology, physics, engineering, and medicine will help you create more realistic stories that satisfy discerning readers. This book brings together scientists, physicians, engineers, and other experts to help you:
Whether writing about mutant monsters, rogue viruses, giant spaceships, or even murders and espionage, Putting the Science in Fiction will have something to help every writer craft better fiction. |
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Expert Contributors
The 40 contributors to this anthology represent a wide array of scientific, technological, and medical expertise. They’ve collectively endured over 100 years of graduate study in their chosen fields. They include scientists, engineers, physicians, lab managers, nurses, and other experts.
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Though they have different backgrounds and interests, all of the contributors to this book have one thing in common: a love of science fiction. Their articles reference many popular books and movies that illustrate how to (or how NOT to) put the science in fiction, with the goal of helping authors create realistic, compelling stories.
Sections and Topics
The anthology leads off with a foreword by bestselling author Chuck Wendig. The main sections include:
- Research Labs, Hospitals, And Really Bad Ways To Die
- Genome Engineering: It Never Ends Well
- The Brain Is Wider Than The Sky
- From Zero To Sixty (Legs, That Is)
- Things To Know For When Skynet Takes Over
- Earth And Other Planets. Yes, Pluto Counts!
- Sometimes, It Really Is Rocket Science
- Star Wars And The Far Future
Where to Find It
Putting the Science in Fiction will be available as a trade paperback. You can order at your favorite online retailers.
Congratulations. This book looks fascinating. Science fiction is one of my favourite genres do it will be interesting to learn about the facts vs the fake.
Thanks, I’m a SF fan as well! It was really awesome to get to participate in this project.
Oh, this sounds amazing. Congratulations on getting to add your touch to this work. That list of experts covers just about every aspect of science and technology a writer could need or want. This is a great source for any seasoned or novice author and should be on their bookshelf. I noticed it is only available in paperback form. I’m not sure I would want a digital copy as I would want to hold it in my hands so I could flip through the pages, paperclip, Post-it, and tab all those areas I found interesting. Thanks for sharing this with us.
The digital version was a little slower in coming out, but it is available that way now too. I know what you mean about reference books. I really like to have them in paper.
Congratulations!! What is the title of your contribution? I’m not into sci-fi or fantasy (except for your dragon books and Harry Potter; even Narnia and LotR don’t especially float my boat), but this is an impressive list of contributors and contributions. Yay!!
And thanks for sending along the ice cream book along with A Proper Introduction! They are both much appreciated!
Have a lovely weekend!
Warmly,
Susanne 🙂
I wrote about developmental psychology and character development.
How lovely to see your name among all these experts! Sci-fi is another of my favourite genres so I can understand the pull of it tempting you into another territory. I’m sorry there apparently isn’t an e-book version as it is a much cheaper and easier way for me to get new and favourite reading material. I’ll consider acquiring it even so…
Does this also mean a faint hope that you haven’t given up on your old story in this genre?
Whatever you write, I still read with delight and appreciation!
I haven’t given up on my SF. Actually I rewrote the first book last year, but it needs a lot of edits and I just haven’t gotten back to it yet. I’m hoping to put it on the schedule for next year.
I just noticed that there is an e-book version now on Amazon.