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Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction Feature Writer: Colin Harvey

Find reviews of the latest SF/ fantasy magazines such as Interzone , and new and classic Sci-Fi and Fantasy novels, from Isaac Asimov's I,Robot to Roger Zelazny's Nine Princes in Amber.

From H.G. Wells to Stephen Baxter, J.K. Rowling to Stephen King, Robert Heinlein to China Mieville and even newer talent making their debut in the bookstores, we'll look at the Year's Best Science Fiction and Fantasy, the latest award winners, the classics and the debut titles.

Discussions on topics specific to spec-fic, from world-building to making your aliens alien, and resources at organizations like the British Fantasy Society or the Science Fiction Writers of America.

You can email me or post in the forum if there is a book, author or topic you'd like to discuss!

Latest articles in Sci-Fi/Fantasy Fiction

Book Review: Shadow of the Swords, Epic Novel by Kamran Pasha
A stunning explanation of the east -west philosophy and culture conflict, set in the backdrop of the Crusades. Major characters represent major religion.
Ira Nayman Interviewed -- Part 3
Ira talks about Darwin's Bastards and Vonnegut's Slaughterhouse Five, and between digressing onto Garry Shandling, explains why he doesn't tell jokes.
Ira Nayman Interviewed - Part 2
Ira talks briefly today about The Alternate Reality New Service, Les Pages Aux Folles and other projects that he's been working since 1984
Starting Your Own Role-Playing Session
A Fun Way to Keep Hanging Out With Your Friends.
Ira Nayman Interviewed - Part 1
Comedian Ira Nayman talks about Eddie Izzard, Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton and Thomas Pynchon's Gravity's Rainbow, as well as Elvis Costello and others
Five Galactic Civilizations from Science Fiction Books
Science fiction books by authors such as Peter F Hamilton and Iain M Banks feature vast galactic civilizations in space operas that are a treat for SF fans
Review: Gord Zajac's Major Karnage
Gord Zajac's debut science fiction novel is a bizarre, satirical ride through a futuristic America threatened by alien invasion.
Review: Circus of Sins by Natasha Rhodes
This article contains a review of Natasha Rhodes' most recent Kayla Steel novel "Circus of Sins"
Brooks' latest Shannara Entry a 'Bearer' of Good News
A review of Terry Brooks' new novel, 'Legends of Shannara: Bearers of the Black Staff."
Top Five Female Vampires in Literature
This article contains a list of five of the best lady vamps in modern literature.
Black Static Issue 18 from TTA Press, Reviewed
Fiction from Nina Allan, Nicholas Royle, Carole Johnston, Mercutio D. Rivera & Simon Kurt Unsworth, Adam Nevill interviewed, and The Campaign for Real Fear
Book Review - Unseen Academicals by Terry Pratchett
In his 37th Discworld Novel, Pratchett introduces some new characters and the game of football to Ankh Morpork but of course it's not just about football.
The Missionaria Protectiva: Engineering Religion and Myth
Frank Herbert takes a cynical approach to religion in his epic sci-fi series Dune. The Bene Gesserit construct and implant religions across the universe.
The Space-Time Continuum: How Fact Meets Fiction to Make Faction
To write creatively, factual knowledge is added to make ideas work. To make pure fact accessible, some fiction is called upon. Faction is the mixture.
Life Imitating Art: the Great China Traffic Jam
Over twenty-one years ago, a science fiction writer speculated about a vast and deadly traffic jam in Los Angeles. Now, there's a huge traffic jam in China.
Exclusive Interview with Love Bites Author Adrienne Barbeau
Adrienne Barbeau discusses her latest novel, Love Bites, in this exclusive interview.
The Strain
A vampire plague is spreading across New York. A chilling tale from start to finish.
The Hunger Games: A Review
Dystopian young adult series features adventure, danger, love, good writing and a strong heroine. Ideal for readers 12 and up, a must-read for teen girls.
"Hell Fire" by Ann Agguire: A Review
This article contains a review of Ann Agguire's second Corine Solomon novel, "Hell Fire"
Margaret Atwood – The Year of the Flood: Why Painball is Awesome
This formulaic, lackluster dystopic novel could actually prove to have staying power, thanks to the creativity and verve shown in its twisted punitive game.
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