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Don't let anybody tell you there's no money in writing science fiction. Revelation Space and Pushing Ice author Alastair Reynolds just got a £1 million book deal (about $1.65 million) from his publisher, Gollancz. More »
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Don't panic! Sure, our economy is crappier than a crap-monster attacking a crap factory. But that's the time when you should look to the future. Our economy could be transformed at any moment, by developments like new technology — or first contact with an alien species. And you can prepare for this bright future by reading science fiction, which is full of amazing stories of economic miracles. Prepare for our super hopeful future by reading about all the ways our economy could be revolutionized overnight! More »
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