Storytelling: A Study in Opposites
Good story structure boils down to a series of opposites, or dichotomies. One of the most important of these is the opening image and final image in a story.
Brave New World
Some Thoughts on Near vs. Far Future Science Fiction
Near and far future science fiction are two foundational subsets of the genre. Both have advantages and disadvantages, mainly for the writer.
The Sci-Fi Morality Tale
The science fiction genre lends itself very well to morality tales, where the protagonist, or the reader, can learn a valuable lesson.
Messing With Nature
Messing with nature is a popular sci-fi theme, stemming from our very human curiosity, desire for knowledge and inability to accept ourselves.
