Journey into Science Fiction: From Library Discoveries to Clarion Experiences

The chapter explores the speaker's early encounters with science fiction and fantasy, starting from discovering a separate section in the library at 11 years old to developing a passion for the genre and applying for Clarion, a writing class. It delves into the speaker's journey in writing, attending Clarion, navigating professional challenges, and serendipitous moments like finding a vibrant writers' community and meeting their future husband, also a science fiction writer, at a convention.