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A lot of people describe Scalzi’s Old Man's War novels as military science fiction, but I would classify its sequel Zoë’s Tale as a space opera. It’s a story about, well, Zoë, a teenage girl whose parents are invited to take leadership roles in building a colony on a new planet. Zoë is an enthusiastic member of the group sent to colonize Roanoke, despite the risks—and the risks are considerable even before the political machinations of greater powers boil to the surface. Continue reading Zoë’s Tale
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Books / What is the best and/or worst recent book you've read?

« on: August 15, 2009, 03:56:22 AM »

I read a ton while I was in school, then got distracted by music for many years. I find recently that my passion for reading has returned and that both good and bad books help with your writing. With that in mind:

What is the best and/or worst books you've read that are relatively new releases (within the past couple of years)?

Writing Group / Advice for an absolute beginner

« on: August 13, 2009, 01:35:45 PM »

I have never written seriously before, but I was recently struck with inspiration. A story idea popped into my head and I've been taking notes as ideas come to me, but I'm at a complete loss at how to start putting this thing together.

What is the best way to get started? Any pitfalls I should avoid, or other general advice for an absolute beginner? I'm considering taking a "Creative Writing 101" type course, but my schedule isn't very flexible at the moment. Are there any online courses/schools that anyone would recommend?

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