Yoss x Yoss No Siempre Son Cuatross: (Entrevista A José Miguel Sánchez Gómez)
A wild visit with José Miguel “Yoss” Sánchez Gómez
Entrevista a Álvaro Pérez Quehui ganador del VII Concurso de Novela Marcelo Quiroga Santa Cruz, versión 2013
An interview with author Alvaro Perez Quehi
A Science Fiction Timeline: Yesterday and Tomorrow
A timeline of the development of science fiction, from one fan’s viewpoint.
When Science Fiction IS Science Fiction
It is a profound mistake to interpret the genre of science fiction literally
The Tom Swift Jr. Series
The Tom Swift Jr. books had great, evocative covers, quite pulp-like, and were quick reads.
When Science Fiction is Not Science Fiction
s\Some writers who might have started off in science fiction soon reveal their true selves when they start publishing what they really want to write about.
In Memory: An Interview with SFWA Grand Master Frederik Pohl
This week we lost a true legend of the industry when Frederik Pohl went on to his next adventure. I firmly believe that everyone in the industry owes a great debt to Frederik (Fred to […]
Bad Robots
Robots are supposed to follow three laws that will maintain their loyalty to humanity. But as we all know, even a bunch of nuts and bolts can go bad. So let’s take a look at some of the bad robots we’ve grown to love.
Dreams and Perceptions…The Stuff of Science Fiction
I firmly believe that we ultimately define ourselves through our experience and our approach of the unfamiliar. A new relationship. A stranger in town. A different culture. An alien encounter…
Editorial: The Definition of Science Fiction*
Practitioners, critics, academics and fans have so far failed to derive a completely satisfactory definition of this genre over the course of what has now become the better part of a century.
Introduction to SFF – 4- Slick
After I was introduced to pulp magazines in the 70s and read Isaac Asimov’s stories of his encounters with John Campbell back in the Golden Age, I started seriously looking for science fiction. For one […]
JOSÉ JOAQUÍN RAMOS -ALFA ERIDIANI- POR M. C. CARPER
José Joaquín Ramos de Francisco – Editor de Alfa Eridiani M. C. Carper para Amazing Stories Magazine: Hola ¿Quién eres? Preséntate con tus palabras, por favor. J.J.R.F: Hola. Cuando tengo que presentarme siempre digo que […]
Energy vs. Information in Shaping the Future
The pulp era of science fiction was filled with space ships and laser guns, death rays and jet packs, and, of course, flying cars. But for all the prescience of the science fiction greats, none […]
Interview with SFWA Grand Master Frederik Pohl
Today we are joined by Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA) Grand Master Frederik Pohl. Frederik was one of those wild-eyed youths who through force of will and determination spread science fiction across […]
What is the Vampire of Science Fiction?
I’m not talking about the salt vampire of Star Trek or anything so literal. I’m talking about vampires in the sense that they fill fantasy and horror in a continuing and ubiquitous fashion despite being […]
Hugo by the Numbers Part 2
Let this serve as your reminder that final ballots for the 2013 Hugo Awards are due today. (07/31/13) With that in mind, I bring you my continued parade of Hugo Award statistics from across the […]
Interview with Science Fiction Legend Ben Bova
Today we are joined by science fiction legend Dr. Ben Bova. Ben has served as an editor of both Analog Science Fact & Fiction and Omni magazines. He has written over 120 books of fiction […]
Introduction to SFF – 2 – Pulp
I learned a lot about pulp magazines from the early Asimov. To be precise, from The Early Asimov. I’d encountered a few samples of pulp a little earlier, through the mysterious Ms X, as detailed […]
Futuredaze: An Anthology of YA Science Fiction (Excerpt)
Edited by Hannah Strom-Martin & Erin Underwood Futuredaze: An Anthology of YA Science Fiction includes 33 original short stories and poems that spark the imagination, twist the heart, and make us yearn for the possibilities […]
A Fan’s History – Part 4 – A Visit with Heinlein
Let’s give cons a rest for a bit and talk about one of science fiction’s greatest writers. Terms like “greatest writers” are usually somewhat subjective, but in this case my opinion is backed by a […]
Hugo Award by the Numbers
With the Hugo Award voting coming to a close at the end of July, I find my attention being pulled towards the historical data surrounding the Hugo. The Hugo Award started in 1953 at the […]
L. SPRAGUE DE CAMP 2 HYBORIAN TIMES
As mentioned in an earlier post, L. Sprague de Camp attempted to turn Sword & Sorcery down a logical, Science Fictional route (ala John W. Campbell’s Unknown) with his Pusadian stories, but in this he […]
Interview with SFWA Grand Master James Gunn
Today we are joined by Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA) Grand Master James Gunn (also James E. Gunn). James writes, edits, and anthologizes science fiction and related scholarly books. In 1969, Paramount […]
Review: The Martian Chronicles by Ray Bradbury
Classic works of science fiction can be timeless for many fans, but they will not always translate well with modern fandom. Issues include implausible science, obsolete predictions or an unfamiliar writing style. I saw some […]
Liftoff Scratched for SF Authors Stamps
The countdown has been halted for issuing U.S. stamps honoring science fiction authors, which initially was set for July. According to Linn’s Stamp News, a weekly publication devoted to all things philatelic, the U.S. Postal […]
Interview with Award-Winning Author Lois McMaster Bujold
Today we are joined by legendary author Lois McMaster Bujold. Lois writes fantasy and science fiction that marches side by side with the greatest authors the genre has ever known. Her trophy case includes five […]
Conversando con Claudio Landete Anaya – Escritor español
Claudio Landete Anaya – Escritor español – Autor de Escultores de Hombres M. C. Carper para Amazing Stories: Hola ¿Quién eres? Preséntate con tus palabras, por favor. Claudio Landete Anaya: Cada vez soy más consciente […]
Un Diálogo ameno con Daína Chaviano por M. C. Carper
Daína Chaviano – Escritora cubana de Cf y Fantasía – Premio Internacional de Fantasía Goliardos (México), Premio Azorín de Novela, Medalla de Oro en la categoría Mejor Libro en Lengua Española. Florida Book Awards (Estados […]
Finding a Path to the Stars at the 2013 Campbell Conference
Friday, June 14, 2013, arrived without much fanfare. My yard gnomes were chained and securely staked in my garden, while the lazy, overweight alligators lounged at the edge of the moat with their mouths open, […]
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