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Science fiction's a fluid genre that changes with the course of time. It's a literary voice that evolves with a generation, the genre borne out of wonderment, out of curiosity, to satisfy the age-old question of "What if?"

I've always loved to read, and when I was introduced to christian fiction, I thought it would be boring. Turns out, I was wrong.

Lovers of art frequently make claims about being transformed by art, yet many researchers take such claims to be anecdotal.

This article shares some of my picks for most intriguing fiction writers this year. Unfortunately many of them chose not to participate.

Developing a passion for reading will be greatly affected by how much the reader understands of the content. Improving your reading speed and reading comprehension can open new doors in developing a passion for reading.

Most writers prefer one or the other: fiction or non-fiction. The styles of fiction writers often differ greatly from those of non-fiction writers, and non-fiction writing is often considered "dry", while fiction is thought to be "colorful" and "imaginative".

We all know that teaching a child how to read is good for them, but have you stopped to consider why this is the case? In what ways does learning to read benefit a child?

Whether or not an author writes dialogue realistically can mean the difference between a great book and a slightly difficult read. It's actually rather surprising who I think all authors should try to emulate regarding the writing of believable dialogue.

Looking for the best science fiction books and don't know where to start? Here's my pick for the top ten science fiction books of all time and why you should grab a copy next time you visit a bookstore or public library!

Before the world was treated to the many 'flavors' presented by motion pictures, people had other brilliant ideas to entertain themselves. They exercised their imaginations through reading all sorts of books and related forms of written literature.

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Article on the many places to find science fiction texts in free, legal electronic forms.

There are many ways to encourage your children to learn the love of reading.

Writing a fiction short story or novel takes a lot of different skills. However, there are three main plot elements that are absolute necessities when writing fiction. Learn what they are and why you need them here.

This article reviews several of the many short fiction contests in the United States.

Every fictional story needs some basic things to make it good. Learn how to fulfill those needs so that readers will be entranced by your fiction writing.

What do writers and readers expect from fiction that contains magic?

Fiction Writers: Don't be fooled into thinking your novels can't have a "formula." Read tips from well-known writing instructors on how to create a formula which will give readers an emotional experience.

Explores the infancy of African American fiction. What appears to be an odd splatter on the literary canvas is actually Black writers trying to find their unique voice in an already colorful and competitive marketplace.

Collections of fiction short stories are becoming increasing popular in the writing world. Some books listed here to study up on if you wish to venture into that genre.

Without adequate reading and comprehension, learning is hindered. Reading is the key that unlocks lifelong learning.