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Feb 15, 2024 07:32AM
I have a vexing question. My new book crosses genres. I mean REALLY crosses genres. The main theme is to present a history of humanity using the science we already know, but synthesizing it into one continuous story. The facts are encased in an entertaining story that that could be considered light sci fi or magical realism. but the science is too important to be labeled that way. How do I classify such a book? All suggestions are welcome. Thank you!
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Maybe historical science fiction? The magical twist does sound interesting!
Or educational science fiction? But then that sounds boring, and the book is fun! Thank you for your help!
Anne wrote: "The facts are encased in an entertaining story that that could be considered light sci fi or magical realism. but the science is too important to be labeled that way. ..." I find it discouraging to think that SF has become so oriented towards a mindless readership that this sentence is true. Certainly Jules Verne and H.G. Wells would not have thought of it that way. (But in their time the publishing business was not dominated by genres). How about calling it 'literary fiction?'
I agree. Verne and Wells were some of my favorites. The seriousness of their efforts always inspired me. Thanks for a different perspective. I'm not sure the puns and wordplay in the book will lend themselves to the 'literary' connotation. :)
Puns? Wordplay? James Joyce is considered the literary author par excellence.
This is a very good question. Actually, I have been in the same situation. I think our book genres are very similar. You can check it here, I will give you the link Anne. At the end I decided my genre is alternate history, conspiracy sci fi. Good luck! I wish you many happy readers:)https://www.amazon.com/FALSE-RATIO-Ne...
Thank you! I just read your sample. I liked it, so I bought your book. Funny, my dad was a nuclear scientist. I like the mix of science and fantasy. I'm looking forward to reading the whole thing!
Thank you Anne! It is very kind of you. Hope you enjoy. Looking forward to your comments.I am sure you will find it interesting given you have connection to nuclear science, my novel has found its spot on thorium energy alliance's website. https://thoriumenergyalliance.com/pro...
Where can I find your book? I want to read and review.
Thank you! Here is the link to my latest: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CS57YBYB?...If you wait until February 27th, it will be $.99 on Kindle. :)
Thank you! It is super-interesting, I will buy and read :)Good luck!
