Of worlds beyond; the science of science fiction writing

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Seven famous science fiction authors present essays on the science and art of writing science fiction. They offer valuable tips and insights to the writer breaking into science fiction, and give the general reader fascinating behind-the-scenes information on how stories are constructed. Abstract: Seven famous science fiction authors present essays on the science and art of writing science fiction. They offer valuable tips and insights to the writer breaking into science fiction, and give the general reader fascinating behind-the-scenes information on how stories are constructed Content: Introduction -- On the writing of speculative fiction / by Robert A. Heinlein -- Writing a science novel / by John Taine -- The logic of fantasy / by Jack Williamson -- Complications in the science fiction story / by A.E. von Vogt -- Humor in science fiction / by L. Sprague de Camp -- The epic of space / by Edward E. Smith, Ph. D. -- The science of science fiction writing / by John W. Campbell, Jr.