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Beware, there be spoilers: Slaughterhouse 5, by Jim Anderson

Posted on October 23, 2018 by

Reprinted from Jim Anderson’s Multijimbo blog of 4th August 2018. https://multijimbo.com/ This might be Vonnegut’s most famous novel, the story of Billy Pilgrim.  Billy, like Vonnegut himself was, is an American soldier in World War 2 who survives the fire … Continue reading →

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Less is More – Looking at Jack Vance, by David Gullen

Posted on May 8, 2018 by

I love Jack Vance’s stories for their wit and imagination, and for his accomplished use of language. I’m not alone, he’s inspired a devoted readership*, significant critical praise, and some writers mimic his distinctive style. Vance can vividly describe worlds, … Continue reading →

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Ideas and where to find them – by Jaine Fenn

Posted on February 20, 2018 by

Earlier this week I was asked a question which may evoke a wry smile amongst fellow writers: ‘Where do you get your ideas?’ I will be honest: my usual response to this old chestnut of a question tends towards glibness. … Continue reading →

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On Loving Speculative Fiction in Nigeria by Suyi Davies Okungbowa

Posted on November 27, 2017 by

Before the start of each workday, I do at least thirty minutes of reading. I do this either on my commute (when I don’t drive), or in the car at the car park (when I do drive), or at my … Continue reading →

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Why Fiction Matters By Nancy Jane Moore

Posted on March 14, 2017 by

I’ve had several conversations with fiction writers lately on what we should be doing about climate change, the U.S. election, and other important concerns of the day. My immediate response was that now, more than ever, we should write stories. … Continue reading →

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What can I say? by Sue Thomason

Posted on July 5, 2016 by

What can I say? That’s the big question, isn’t it? With all the words in the world at my disposal, what kind of interesting pattern can I make on the page? I can’t begin to tell people “how to write”, … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Milford SF Writers

Posted on April 10, 2016 by

This is a holding page for Milford SF Writers, ready and waiting for fantastic posts on writing science fiction and fantasy from top authors from the UK and further afield. We hold an annual conference, details of which can be … Continue reading →

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