Two novice authors, with no knowledge of sci-fi, aim to write a sci-fi novel in 1 year and 1 month, self publish and raise £600...and all to prove a point – Day 7

I have come to the conclusion that this might be slightly more challenging that I had first thought.

With renewed vigour, last night, I sat down at the dining table and started to write again. 3 lines in I realise there might be a small problem. It turns out the plot we carefully devised in the pub, has a significant number of holes upon closer inspection. I found myself thinking that some scenarios are very unlikely. But then again, it’s supposed to be a sci-fi/fantasy doo-dar so surely anything is possible. Humm.

I took to the internet and rather quickly came across all manner of help. http://www.writesf.com/, for example, is a whole website for aspiring sci-fi writers such as us, giving tips on imaginative world building, consistency and character building etc. It also lists some classic sci-fi books to read with fascinating titles including: “The Claw of the Conciliator”, “Dreamsnake” and something called “Startide Rising and The Uplift War” - particularly recommended for fans of dolphins!?

Frankly, it’s a minefield out there in sci-fi land. It’s rather overwhelming in fact.  But, I’ve now ordered, care of Amazon, one of the books recommended which will be my first venture into the world of sci-fi literature. I’m quite excited...although the front cover looks a bit dodgy, so I might have to re-cover that before reading it on the tube of a morning.

Needless to say though, a whole two hours passed before I realised I had written only 4 lines and that it was time to focus on cooking, eating and walking the dogs. How do people do this??  Must. Not. Give. Up.

S