From spaceships to alternate history, and other worlds to nanites, science fiction is a fascinating genre of rather amazing depth that many talented writers happily delve into on a daily basis. And we, the curators here at Sci-Fi & Scary, aren’t even going to talk about a tenth of it right now. However, what you will get is a selection of movies, books, and interesting articles from across the net. Also, there’s a strong potential for puns, gifs, and a moderate amount of fangirling.
And, of course, a giveaway of a completely amazeballs book.
Science Fiction Movies
Black Box
After losing his wife and his memory in a car accident, a single father undergoes an agonizing experimental treatment that causes him to question who he really is.
Starring: Mamoudou Athie, Phylicia Rashad, Amanda Christine
Science Fiction Books
The Mirror Man by Jane Gilmartin
Meet Jeremiah Adams. There are two of him.
The offer is too tempting: be part of a scientific breakthrough, step out of his life for a year, and be paid hugely for it. When ViGen Pharmaceuticals asks Jeremiah to be part of an illegal cloning experiment, he sees it as a break from an existence he feels disconnected from. No one will know he’s been replaced—not the son who ignores him, not his increasingly distant wife—since a revolutionary drug called Meld can transfer his consciousness and memories to his copy.
From a luxurious apartment, he watches the clone navigate his day-to-day life. But soon Jeremiah discovers that examining himself from an outsider’s perspective isn’t what he thought it would be, and he watches in horror as “his” life spirals out of control. ViGen needs the experiment to succeed—they won’t call it off, and are prepared to remove any obstacle. With his family in danger, Jeremiah needs to finally find the courage to face himself head-on.
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Goodreads Giveaways
Black Sun (Between earth and Sky #1) by Rebecca Roanhorse
An Oddity of Some Consequence by Gary Dickson
The Last Voyage of Poe Blythe by Ally Condie
Sci-Fi Guest Post Call
What’s the worst science fiction book to movie adaptation? Why? Let us know in 500+ words!
Sci-Fi on the Web
Check out this super interesting article on Rebecca Roanhorse.
Time’s list of 100 Fantasy Books of All ‘Time’
And speaking of Rebecca Roanhorse – Check out Tor’s Guide to Rebecca Roanhorse’s Fantastical Worlds
Why Africa’s Animation Scene is Booming by the BBC
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GracieKat was the first co-host of Sci-Fi & Scary, Lilyn’s partner-in-crime, and sub-head of the Kali Krew. She reviews horror books, movies, and games for the site. She also does a weekly Focus on the Frightful feature, and is the site list-maker. She is also in control of the Sci-Fi & Scary podcast which will relaunch soon.