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Geek's Guide to the Galaxy - A Science Fiction Podcast
517. Laura J. Mixon, author of Up Against It
Jun 24, 2022
Laura J. Mixon, author of Up Against It, discusses her journey into science fiction, collaborative novel Green War, environmental themes, feral sapients, mining challenges, memories of collaborations, and reissuing 'Up Against It' as Tor Essentials.
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- Laura discovered science fiction at 11, sparking her interest in space exploration and futuristic themes.
- Attending Clarion workshop connected Laura with like-minded sci-fi enthusiasts, shaping her writing journey.
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The Origin of Interest in Science Fiction
Laura J. Mixon talks about how she discovered science fiction at the age of 11 in a local library's science fiction section. The book that captivated her was Clifford D. Simak's 'Ring Around the Sun,' introducing her to a genre that explored deep ideas and fed into her fascination with space and futuristic concepts.
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