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“Read lots of science fiction because the future will be better.” – Edward Lerner
Today’s bonus award-winning author is a physicist and computer scientist, Edward Lerner. Ed and I talk about his newest book, becoming a full-time sci-fi writer, and more!
Key Thing’s You’ll Learn:
The compromise he made with his wife after becoming a full-time writer in 2004.
What to expect from his newest book.
His research process for this book and the most fun part about it.
His advice for aspiring sci-fi writers.
What is Hard ASF Sci-Fi and why Ed doesn’t publish this type of material
Edward’s Site: https://www.edwardmlerner.com/
Edward’s Books: https://www.amazon.com/Edward-M.-Lerner/e/B001IGSZLQ%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
A special shoutout goes to EV Sharp (formally known as MagicMusicX) for his track "Computer Room". Be sure to snag this and his other wonderful tunes through the following link. https://evsharp.bandcamp.com/track/the-computer-room
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