Writing Excuses

Writing Excuses Episode 8: Sci-Fi Genre

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Mar 31, 2008
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Sci-Fi vs Fantasy Concept

  • Science fiction explores new things that are conceivably possible, while fantasy explores what is conceivably impossible.
  • This division is subjective, as different people conceive possibilities differently.
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Optimism and Caution in Sci-Fi

  • Sci-Fi writing often stems from optimism about science or serves as cautionary tales about technology's dangers.
  • Sometimes, stories balance these two perspectives to explore future possibilities.
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Early Sci-Fi Blended Genres

  • Early sci-fi was more exploratory, driven by "what if" questions rather than strict genre boundaries.
  • It often blended elements of fantasy, horror, and adventure, not yet clearly distinct.
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