The History of Speculative Fiction

I’m excited to share that I have a new article appearing on Campfire Learn: “The History of Speculative Fiction and How to Write It“.

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From the article’s introduction:

A multiverse of possibilities may spring to mind when considering the term speculative fiction, from dragons soaring over verdant meadows to massive starships exploring the cosmos.

By contemporary reckoning, it comprises many genres and has a lineage that far predates its name.

To better understand speculative fiction, let’s go on a journey through its rich history and discover what its exciting future may hold.


Be sure to check out the full article here, and discover more amazing writing and worldbuilding advice on Campfire Learn!

Worldbuilding Magazine: Technology

The new issue of Worldbuilding Magazine is now available, featuring an article by myself called “Reaching for the Stars: Designing Spacecraft for Hard Science Fiction.”

Join me in exploring concepts behind power generation, propulsion, FTL travel, artificial gravity, and more in this extensively researched nine-page article!

Worldbuilding Magazine is free, and you can download the full-color PDF HERE!