Tony Robinson
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Lois McMaster Bujold:
Is there any chance of getting more prequel novels in the Vorkosigan Saga? I have read all of the books, and one of my coworkers (who turned me on to them the books about 4 years ago) both would love to see a book detailing the Komarr revolt, or the Cetagandan occupation with focus on Aral and Piotr respectively.
Lois McMaster Bujold
No such plans at this time.
My current interests run more to comedy than to drama, I confess. I think I'm also overdue for something completely different, without a giant series backstory to wrestle. Making the same text serve, simultaneously, trufans who remember it all, occasional fans who have read only some stories and remember it only dimly, and brand-new readers who know nothing except what is on the page in front of them right now, is... a tricky balancing act. And yet late-series books can also present other artistic opportunities that single novels can't, so, go figure.
Ta, L.
No such plans at this time.
My current interests run more to comedy than to drama, I confess. I think I'm also overdue for something completely different, without a giant series backstory to wrestle. Making the same text serve, simultaneously, trufans who remember it all, occasional fans who have read only some stories and remember it only dimly, and brand-new readers who know nothing except what is on the page in front of them right now, is... a tricky balancing act. And yet late-series books can also present other artistic opportunities that single novels can't, so, go figure.
Ta, L.
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Elizabeth Kerner
asked
Lois McMaster Bujold:
Now *that* I find astounding. I expect to get that sort of nonsense, I have three books out and folk think that I must be desperate for ideas (really not, thanks) - but you must have a reinforced mantlepiece to hold all the Hugos! Or do you keep them in your office? Sorry to be so obvious with the initial question. My publisher is wanting 'more of the same' and I'm finding it a bit of a trial. Cheers, Elizabeth
Andrew
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Lois McMaster Bujold:
Heard about the EM Drive? Invention appears to defy classical mechanics by producing thrust from energy without using propellant, which violates conservation of momentum. NASA is testing and so far hasn't managed to disprove it - in other words, continues to validate the invention. Could lead to viable space travel. http://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2015/04/evaluating-nasas-futuristic-em-drive/
Kate Davenport
asked
Lois McMaster Bujold:
I just wanted to thank you for so many of my "would I like to have dinner with this person?" fictional characters. It is hard to beat Peter Whimsey, but Cazaril and Cordelia are right up there. (Miles would be too, except that something awful would happen during the meal.)
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