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A Library Between Two Covers: L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future

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The Coordinating Judge of the Writers of the Future Contest famously describes the annual anthology as “A library between two covers.” This blog will give you her insights on the anthology’s value to both readers and aspiring writers of speculative fiction, highlighting how it brings together emerging talents with legendary authors and artists to forge a vibrant collection of fresh and diverse sci-fi and fantasy stories.

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How To Beat the Writer’s Block

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L. Ron Hubbard once noted that “almost everyone, at some point in their life, has harbored a desire to write.” If this resonates with you, discover the creative journey of a Writers of the Future Volume 41 winner, learn how he beats the writer’s block, and how reading profoundly influences writing.

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To the Stars: L. Ron Hubbard’s Man out of Time

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To the Stars by L. Ron Hubbard captures the profound emotional and temporal effects of space travel, where time dilation leads to interstellar travelers becoming displaced in time. The human sacrifices involved in technological advancements in space exploration, portrays the deep isolation experienced by those traveling near the speed of light.

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Dr. Gregory Benford On To the Stars

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Dr. Gregory Benford offers a fascinating view of L. Ron Hubbard’s To the Stars, assessing its application of Einstein’s theory of relativity and its profound influence on science fiction. With his extensive background in science and speculative fiction, Benford uniquely assesses the scientific accuracy and portrayal of human space exploration in the novel.

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Are All Romance Writers Female?

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Revealing an unexpected diversity among romance writers, this blog features male romance writers such as Iain Blair, Ken Casper, L. Ron Hubbard, Nicholas Sparks, and Tom E. Huff, who penned novels under female and male pseudonyms or their own names.

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L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future 41 Cover Revealed

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Craig Elliott, the cover artist for Writers of the Future Volume 41, and author Sean Williams revealed the art to an international online audience.

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Valentine’s Day—Sweetie or Geeky?

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Celebrate the heart and the cosmos in one fascinating read! Blending romantic traditions with scientific milestones on February 14th, discover everything from the historical origins of Valentine’s Day to contemporary scientific achievements that coincide with this date.

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Little-Known Facts About “Hoss Tamer”

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First published in Thrilling Western in January 1950, “Hoss Tamer” was adapted into an episode of NBC’s Tales of Wells Fargo in 1958. The story’s journey from pulp fiction to television highlights LRH’s enduring influence on Western storytelling and adventure tales.

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Narcissist Grandiose: A Satirical Take on Self-Admiration in Comedy Science Fiction Works

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Explore grandiose narcissists in sci-fi from Zaphod Beeblebrox in Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy to Lombar Hisst in the Mission Earth series. Satirical, insightful, and hilarious takes on ego and self-importance!

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Political Satire with a Supernatural Twist

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A political satire with a supernatural twist. Defying subsidized farming, Eben establishes trade at a mythological crossroads—crossing the millennia.

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