How do you relate to science fiction?
Do you consider it as a far fetched, unlikely or impossible scenario
conjured up in the feverish mind of some nerdy writer who is
hopelessly enamored with technology, aliens, and outer space? Or do
you consider science fiction as more of a solace for the dystopic,
doomsday alarmist that believes the end of everything we know is just
around the corner? The answer may be some, none, or all of
the above, but for the science fiction writer, the challenge is to
engage you, whatever your preference or bias might be, and that
usually starts with setting the terms of reality. Deviate too far
from something relatable, and your science fiction is on the
fast-track to fantasy. Stay too grounded in reality, and your scifi
might be classified as contemporary. This week, I'll cover a few
steps that might help you write scifi in a way that appeals to a
wider audience...
As seven alien races struggle to co-exist in an uneasy alliance, the Inter-Stellar Union sends Union Guard agents on missions to preserve the crucial balance. These specialized operatives must do what regional security cannot, dealing with smugglers, pirates, terrorists, and even greater challenges in order to bring stability to a universe that needs it desperately. Without the Union Guard, the races will not be prepared to face a looming alien threat they can only hope to defeat together.
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