Gay Science Fiction discussion

Alright everyone. We have a list of story prompts for writers to choose from- 12 to be precise.

So, now writers will select prompts they would like to write for.

Rules! This is all in fun, so I’m trying to keep the rules simple.

Anyone can write for a prompt, with one condition-if you suggested the prompt, you cannot write for it. Feel free to pick multiple prompts. Multiple people may write for one prompt.

The story can be any length, from a flash fiction to a novel.

Email me the stories at ravonsilvius AT gmail DOT com. In about two or three months, I will open up a series of threads for them. I will post them in the order I receive them. (If everyone finishes their story in the next two weeks, I will open it earlier :P)

Writers, feel free to post your stories on your blogs and whatnot-just remember to link back to this thread and give credit to the person who’s prompt you picked!

And now, without further ado, the prompts!

Charming’s prompts:

I would like a story with romance and time travel. I would prefer that the MCs not end up staying in the past. Not too sad if possible and fish-out-of-water humor would be a definite plus. Any heat level is fine.

Angel’s Prompts:

1. I would like an interspecies love story - the professions and cultural details of the protagonists I leave up to the author, but there's a catch. Neither MC can be human.

2. The Earth's ice caps have melted. All but the tallest mountain ranges lie underwater. The majority of the human race (what remains) has opted to adapt to a sub-marine environment (gills, amphibious living, etc.)

Show me the shape of this new world and the odd culture clashes that might occur between groups who have found different solutions...

Yte’s prompts:

I would like human/xenomorph (any xenomorph, not necessarily Alien-like, just not anthropomorphic) interaction. Not too heavy on romance. Maybe the xenomorph should take human shape to get access to some strategic information? A spy story would be nice.

Peggy’s prompt:

Hi. My name is Max. A few hundred years ago my ancestors had the bright idea to teraform this planet. A group of scientists and technicians had a plan which would take generations to create a beautiful ecosystem. It was still just a rock in space back when my many times great-grandparents lost touch with the rest of the universe. I don’t know why the supply ships stopped coming, was it a war? The stories tell how they faced a future in a hostile place with no hope of going back to their home. They did what humans always do; they survived and changed both themselves and their environment.
You look at me and see something less than human. I look at myself and see a man. I have parents who love me, siblings and cousins who share my life. I have dreams for a future with a special man and maybe children of our own. So what difference does it make that I am as much technology as biology? Does that give you the right to land here in your ship and claim our Eden as yours? You say we are not men, I say we are and that we will fight for our home.
Of course, if you decide to stay here with me, I will make you a very happy man, perhaps our children will have your beautiful eyes. Help me--help us--find our happily ever after.

Sassy’s prompt:

My name is Dar. I joined the Galactic Federation because I believed in their dreams. Space dreams perhaps, of peace among species, but worthy ones.
I am from a race of fierce warriors that turned away when I joined the Federation and I have served many years alone. My hard work and honor have been rewarded though, I am now 2nd on my ship.
Yesterday, during my rounds, I discovered what appears to be a young male wandering through the ship. He simply appeared in the middle of space! He does not speak but I believe him to be a concept telepath. The Captain and the doctor have spent many hours with him. They guess he may be a Seeker youngling but they have only ever seen the elders of this race. Not much is known about the Seekers and the Captain has decided to leave him in MY care until he chooses to move on.
What am I to do with this little one?

Marleen’s prompt:

I would love to see a story set in the Vorkosiverse (Lois McMaster Bujold's Vorkosigan Saga books). Not featuring Miles (although, if he shows up somewhere on the side I'm not going to say no) or any other of the main characters, just set in same universe. I like the interplay between the different cultures on the different planets (Beta, Athos, Barrayar, Jackon's Whole, Cetaganda etc.). I would like the MCs to be from different planets, with their different backgrounds, to introduce some culture shock. One of them could maybe have been frozen for a number of decades?

Alec’s prompt:

Remember that movie "Demolition Man" with Stallone and Benjamin Bratt? The cop from the past who's frozen for a crime he didn't commit, then he wakes up in a future that doesn't seem to need him anymore. Then there's a crime wave, but no one knows how to handle it, so now they do need him. Plus, no one has any idea what sex is anymore and touching freaks them out. I'd love to see the old fashioned cop from the past educate his innocent futuristic partner before, during, and after they solve the latest crime wave. Humor would be much appreciated.

Syfy’s prompt:

How about clones? The catch being, the only clone's deemed "viable" are the gay/lesbian clone's. A strict no procreation between clone's clause. (I would say no clown clone's either but that would just be ridiculous!)LoL!
Ok, seriously, if there were a clone of YOU, would you tap that?
The possibilities are endless....

Ravon’s prompt:

Dimension traveling. A hapless scientist/researcher/befuddled intern opens a gate between dimensions and ends up in another universe. It can be as similar or as different from ours as you'd like-alternate histories, different species, etc. The MC wants to figure out a way to get home-but of course, he meets another man. Does he get home? Does he stay? Does he bring his new lover back home with him? Does he get his research grant? :P

Dee Wy’s prompt:

I'd like to see a Tarzan-esque story on a mining colony where the population has been wiped out by an event or disease and left only one young boy to fend for himself. He is befriended by the alien, animal-like creatures that still populate the planet and thrives under their protection.

When a ship lands on the planet to investigate whether it is feasible to restart mining operations, Terazen is enthralled with the golden, god-like man so unlike his own darker-skinned people. His curiosity overcomes him and he abducts the man and takes him to his lair. One or both MCs can be non-human, up to you dear author.

Bluesky39’s prompt:

I would like to read about a future human race at war with an alien race. Two soldiers, one from each side, are the only survivors left on an alien planet and have to work together to survive. They should fall in love and have an HEA but the conflict between the races doesn't have to be resolved. Maybe our heroes escape to another galaxy or find asylum on a neutral planet. The military aspect and the clash between the differing races and cultures are key to the story.

Kim's prompt:

Intergalactic mm romance between a human space mechanic genius and an alien that morphs to be "human" when they mate. Have a way for the "alien" to be able to reproduce despite being male without the aid of technology for the pregnancy itself. Maybe technology was involved in the past and they "evolved" to be able to continue the alien species? HEA of course. Maybe a start of a series? Up to the author. I like series. Can't write worth a doodle or I would try it myself. :)


So, writers-please post in this thread with the prompt you'd like to write for!

I think I could do something with Yte's prompt.

"I would like an interspecies love story - the professions and cultural details of the protagonists I leave up to the author, but there's a catch. Neither MC can be human."

On it. I do love me some alien interspecial love.

I'm interested in doing a story, but it could be MONTHS before I have time...

Okay, jumping into the deep end. I'll take Kim's prompt.

Thank you Lexi. This should be fun!

Kim wrote: "Thank you Lexi. This should be fun!"

Hi Kim, great prompt! Hope you like what I have in mind!

Can't wait to see it. This is exciting. This is my first prompt.

Can I take BlueSky39's prompt?

Can I also write for BlueSky39's prompt? I think I could really do something with that.

I've got an idea for Charming's prompt. Hm.

Zeo wrote: "I've got an idea for Charming's prompt. Hm."

Yay!

Okay I haven't written anything in over a year but I cannot resist this prompt.

Alec’s prompt:

Remember that movie "Demolition Man" with Stallone and Benjamin Bratt? The cop from the past who's frozen for a crime he didn't commit, then he wakes up in a future that doesn't seem to need him anymore. Then there's a crime wave, but no one knows how to handle it, so now they do need him. Plus, no one has any idea what sex is anymore and touching freaks them out. I'd love to see the old fashioned cop from the past educate his innocent futuristic partner before, during, and after they solve the latest crime wave. Humor would be much appreciated.

How long do we have to write this?

At most, three months. I'd like to have all stories at least turned in by then. :)