Speculative Fiction

[close] Discussions about Speculative Fiction.

[close] A place to discuss all the unique aspects of Deaf culture as highlighted in the thriller Silent Fear (A novel inspired by true crimes) by Lance & James Morcan. This group can also be an intersection of sorts where Deaf and hearing people can engage and learn from each other.

[close] 🚀 Welcome to Aetheria, a haven for adventurous souls and curious minds! 🌌 Embark on a literary odyssey with us as we delve into the uncharted realms of science fiction, fantasy, and speculative fiction. This is not just a reading group; this is a sanctuary for dreamers, explorers, and those who revel in the extraordinary. In our cosmic corner of Goodreads, we sail the starlit seas of galaxies far, far away, traverse mystical lands filled with magic and wonder, and decipher the secrets of futuristic technologies. From dystopian epics to epic high fantasy sagas, from mind-bending alternate realities to awe-inspiring space operas, we revel in the boundless imagination of speculative fiction. 🌟 What to Expect: Monthly Book Discussions: Engage in lively discussions about our monthly book picks, sharing insights, theories, and fan theories. Recommendations Galore: Discover hidden gems and discuss your favorite sci-fi and fantasy reads. We love book suggestions! Writing & Creativity Corner: For those inspired to create, share your own stories, fan fiction, or artwork inspired by the genres we adore. Author Spotlights: Connect with authors in our exclusive Q&A sessions, learning about their creative process and latest works. Themed Challenges: Embark on reading challenges tailored to unearth the best of speculative fiction. Whether you're a seasoned space explorer or a fantasy enthusiast, join us as we chart the unexplored territories of the literary universe. Together, let's celebrate the marvels of imagination, one page at a time! 🌌 Buckle up, fellow explorers! Adventure awaits! 🚀

[close] This group is dedicated to an appreciation of important works of literature, both classic and contemporary... that happen to fall into the category of Dark Fiction. We tend to avoid the big, banal blockbusters (and the more lurid fare) in favor of beautifully written explorations of the unknown, many of them obscure, all of them extraordinary. [Note from the Moderator: A couple of years ago, we changed our group name from "Literary Horror" in order to expand our sphere of interests (and dislodge a few embedded trolls). Our enthusiasms embrace Gothic, Weird Fiction, and Noir, as well as much that might be classified as Horror, but we also appreciate literary fiction that cannot be easily fitted into a marketing niche. In fact, this latter group of titles has evolved into our primary focus. Most serious fiction deals (to some extent) with darker themes, and many works of distinction have employed supernatural, surreal or existentialist elements. These books have power. They endure, because they appeal to serious readers and provide thoughtful entertainment. Come. Explore them with us.]