Brian’s Comments (group member since Sep 17, 2011)

Brian’s comments from the Ask Charles Yu! group.

I'm glad you enjoyed my questions, and I guess somewhat proud to be one who has read both books! Florence is wonderful so it deserved special mention.

With science subjects, I tend to be most interested in Physics and Astronomy and where they intersect (Quantum Physics, etc.). Basically those big ideas like string theory, other universes. You know, the things that gets discussed in big insane Comic books like PLanetary and The Invisibles (both amazing if you haven't read them). Also I'm interested in computers and all that nanotechnology stuff that sci-fi writers love so much. Basically, if its strange, huge or weird, that's where my interest lies.

Brian

Charles wrote: "Dear Brian,

Thank you for reading both books. Not many people I know have read both. Maybe not even everyone in my family...

I did collect comics as a kid. My mom wouldn't let my brother and I bu..."

Hi Mr. Yu,

I absolutely loved "How to Live..." and had picked up Third Class Superhero years ago and liked that too.

My question is going to be pretty lame and basic but I was curious as to some of the things that influenced your writing. For instance, are you a comic book fan (Third Class Superhero) and if so what comics were particularly influential? What kind of books helped you develop the wonderful ideas in your novel or just inspired you (Science, Science-Fiction and other Fiction)? I have always wanted to pick up more science books but I never know what would I'd be able to digest or where to start.

Finally I just wanted to particularly mention "Florence". I love that story and it is one of my favorite shorts I've read in recent years. I wanted to give it a quick shout out.

Thanks,
Brian