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Science Fiction
 Websites presented in alphabetical order "War of the Worlds": Behind the 1938 Radio Show Panic 
 Article from 2005 about the October 1938 radio "adaptation, by Orson Welles's Mercury Theater group, of a science fiction novel written 40 years earlier: 'The War of the Worlds,' by H.G. Wells." The radio play, "narrated by Orson Welles, had been written and performed to sound like a real news broadcast about an invasion from Mars," and caused some listeners to panic. From National Geographic News. http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2005/06/0617_050617_warworlds.html Topics: Literature: Fiction, Media, Media, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Aug 3, 2006 African American Fiction & Literature: Websites
Collection of sites from various libraries listing black authors of romance, mystery, science fiction, and other popular fiction works. From Onondaga County Public Library, New York. http://www.ocpl.lib.ny.us/web/search_tools/pathfinders/books/afram_fiction.htm#websites Topics: Authors by Region: United States, Black Resources, Literature: Fiction Last updated Feb 14, 2009 Arthur C. Clarke: The Science and the Fiction
An article and interview with science fiction author, futurist, and rocket enthusiast Arthur C. Clarke commemorating his 1945 predictions in his article "Extra-Terrestrial Relays: Can Rocket Stations Give World Wide Radio Coverage?" The article, published in the magazine Wireless World in 2005, describes how Clarke's "prediction of satellite communications has come true in ways." From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/science/arthurcclarke.shtml Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Mar 26, 2008 AwardWeb: Collections of Literary Award Information and Photos
This site's focus is its collection of annotated links to lists of science fiction literary awards, including the Bram Stoker, Campbell, Hugo, Nebula, World Fantasy, Dick, Tiptree, and many others. Other book award links cover general U.S. literature, mysteries, and children's literature as well as the national prizes for Australia, Canada, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. http://www.dpsinfo.com/awardweb/ Topics: Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Mysteries and More, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Jun 23, 2003 Brilliant Careers: Arthur C. Clarke
This 2000 article discusses the career of Arthur C. Clarke and considers how "for decades, the author of the science-fiction classics '2001: A Space Odyssey' and 'Childhood's End' has exhibited an uncanny ability to see the future." For example, the article notes that "in 1945 ... 12 years before Sputnik, Clarke predicted a global relay system of radio and television signals using geosynchronous satellites." From Salon.com. http://archive.salon.com/people/bc/2000/03/07/clarke/ Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Mar 24, 2008 Broad Universe
"Broad Universe is an international organization with the primary goal of promoting science fiction, fantasy, and horror written by women." Broadsheet, the site's centerpiece, features news, tips, and articles. Also find archives, a catalog of works by Broad Universe members, a FAQ, an events calendar, membership info, statistics, related links, and a list of ways to become involved with the group. http://broaduniverse.org/ Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Jan 10, 2006 The Brothers Hildebrandt
The Official Brothers Hildebrandt Website includes the biographies and images of the well-known works of Greg and Tim Hildebrandt, illustrators and painters of fantasy and science fiction art. Highlighted are the images of their popular creation of "JRR Tolkien, Lord of the Rings Calendars," "Star Wars" movie posters, trading card sets for "Harry Potter," and several comic book covers. http://brothershildebrandt.com/ Topics: Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Printing, Publishing, and Book Arts Last updated Oct 1, 2004 The Bujold Nexus: Lois McMaster Bujold Home Page
The official site presents biographical and bibliographical information on the Hugo and Nebula award-winning science fiction and fantasy author of the Miles Vorkosigan/Naismith series. See reviews of her novels, links to her fan club (Miles' Minions), mailing lists, and more. Searchable. http://www.dendarii.com/ Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated May 21, 2002 Chronicles of Earthsea
"Ursula Le Guin's books include 'A Wizard of Earthsea' ... and many others. This is an edited transcript of her [2004] online Q&A, in which she answered readers' questions about anarchism, utopias, [and] Harry Potter." Also discusses the impact of Ishi (the last member of a California Indian tribe, who was written about by Theodora Kroeber, her mother) on her writings. From Guardian Unlimited, the website for the U.K. newspaper The Guardian. http://www.guardian.co.uk/books/2004/feb/09/sciencefictionfantasyandhorror.ursulakleguin Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Jul 30, 2008 Dr. Who: The Classic Series
The official site about this cult science fiction television program features an episode guide to the classic series that ran from 1963 until the 1980s, cast and crew information, audio and video clips, photo galleries, features and interviews, information about the current Dr. Who show, and more. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://www.bbc.co.uk/doctorwho/classic/ Topics: Literature: Fiction, Recreation, Television Last updated Aug 14, 2005 Dune: The Official Website
The late Washington state author Frank Herbert created the Dune series, which continues to be produced by his son Brian and co-author Kevin Anderson. This site contains information about the six novels Frank Herbert completed before his death in 1986, the new Herbert and Anderson novels, the prelude to the Dune novels, and a timeline explaining how these novels fit together, plus news, appearance announcements, biographies of all three authors, and contact information. http://www.dunenovels.com/ Topics: Authors by Region: United States, Literature: Fiction, Mysteries and More Last updated Sep 28, 2004 FANAC: Fanzines and Fan Criticism in the Eaton Collection
Exhibit of science fiction fan publications from the 1950s through the 1990s. Features introductions to fanzines and science fiction fandom, annotated images of "semi-prozines and prozines" and fanzine art, descriptions of constituent collections, and related material. From the Special Collections Library, University of California, Riverside. http://eaton-collection.ucr.edu/fanac/ Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Sep 1, 2007 Feminist Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Utopia
Includes bibliographies, information about authors, reviews, resources for writers and fans, and more. Searchable, and browsable by author. Note: "Community" section contains many broken links. http://www.feministsf.org/ Topics: Literary Movements and Periods, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Social Issues, Women Last updated Jan 31, 2007 Filk Frequently Asked Questions
From "What the heck is filk music?" (for those who don't know what it is) to "Where else can I find filk?" (for those who do know), this FAQ gives information about "the folk music of the science fiction/fantasy fan community." Contains information about filk etiquette, events, the Pegasus Awards, newsgroups, vendors, and more. http://www.kayshapero.net/filkfaq.htm Topics: Literature: Fiction, Music, Musical Genres, Nonfiction by Genre, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Sep 2, 2005 Frankenstein: Penetrating the Secrets of Nature
This exhibit "encourages audiences to examine Mary Shelley's novel, 'Frankenstein,' and its influence on science fiction, monsters and their place in history, and man playing God." Features images from the traveling exhibition and additional materials from the exhibit at Eastern Illinois University's Booth Library. Includes chapter-by-chapter podcasts of "an unabridged reading of the 1818 edition of ... 'Frankenstein, or, The Modern Prometheus.'" Produced by the National Library of Medicine in collaboration with the American Library Association. http://www.library.eiu.edu/exhibits/frankenstein/ Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Dec 14, 2005 From Verne to Vonnegut: A Century of Science Fiction
Companion to 2006 exhibit exploring the development of science fiction literature. Includes annotations and selected images of early works (18th century and earlier), magazines (such as Amazing Stories), materials about aliens and other creatures, works by black and women authors, and dystopias (such as Aldous Huxley's "Brave New World" and Kurt Vonnegut's "Player Piano"). Curated by librarian Iris Snyder of Special Collections, University of Delaware Library. http://www.lib.udel.edu/ud/spec/exhibits/scifi/ Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Apr 18, 2007 The H.G. Wells Society
Website for this international society (based in the U.K.) that "aims to promote a widespread interest in the life, work and thought of Herbert George [H.G.] Wells," best known for science fiction titles such as "The War of the Worlds" and "The Time Machine." Provides a bibliography, list of Wells titles in print, notes on Wells and copyright, event announcements, links to two H.G. Wells discussion groups, and related website links. http://www.hgwellsusa.50megs.com/ Topics: Literature: Fiction, Notable People: Arts & Humanities Last updated Jan 17, 2009 Hatrack River: The Official Web Site of Orson Scott Card
This site about the award-winning science fiction author includes a brief biography, current news items, writing lessons by the author, a research area with a complete bibliography, a calendar of book signing engagements, and links. Also features some full-text reviews, articles, and short stories. Searchable. http://www.hatrack.com/ Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated May 21, 2002 The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
Information about the books, the original radio series, the television show, and the radio series of 2004. Also includes a biography of author Douglas Adams and excerpts from the tributes to him at his memorial service, other audio and video clips, trivia quizzes, and links to related sites. From the BBC. http://www.bbc.co.uk/cult/hitchhikers/ Topics: Authors by Region, Literature: Fiction Last updated Jun 29, 2007 Index to Science Fiction Anthologies and Collections, Combined Edition
This site combines and enhances information from two books by William G. Contento: "Index to Science Fiction Anthologies and Collections," G.K. Hall, 1978, and "Index to Science Fiction Anthologies and Collections: 1977-1983," G.K. Hall, 1984. The first "indexed some 2,000 books containing 12,000 stories by 2,500 authors, and attempted to cover all English language books published through June 1977." The second "continued the Index through 1983, adding some 1,000 new books." http://www.philsp.com/homeville/ISFAC/0start.htm Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Nov 10, 2009 Is Science Fiction Science?
This 2003 episode of the public television series "Closer to Truth" explores topics related to the question "is science fiction science?" Features video clips, including a debate of totalitarianism between physicist and writer David Brin and science fiction author Michael Crichton, and interviews with Brin, Crichton, and author Octavia Butler. Also provides the program transcript and glossary links. From the Kuhn Foundation. http://www.pbs.org/kcet/closertotruth/explore/show_01.html Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Nov 7, 2008 Isaac Asimov Home Page
A site devoted to this popular science fiction writer. Includes lists of his novels, short fiction, and essays, plus links to reviews, booksellers, and publishers. Also discusses the 2004 movie "I, Robot" and how it compares to the collection of short stories by Asimov on which it was based. http://www.asimovonline.com/ Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Jul 29, 2004 A Jules Verne Centennial: 1905-2005
Presentation about French science fiction author Jules Verne (born February 1828, and died March 1905), who is known for novels such as "Around the World in Eighty Days," "Journey to the Center of the Earth," and "Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea." Includes digitized images for selected early works of Verne, an essay, and a bibliography. From Smithsonian Institution Libraries. http://www.sil.si.edu/OnDisplay/JulesVerne100/ Topics: Authors by Region, Literature: Fiction Last updated Jan 24, 2008 The Literature Network: H.G. Wells
A brief biography and full text of selected works by science fiction author H.G. (Herbert George) Wells. Includes the text of "The Time Machine" (1895), "The Invisible Man" (1897), and "The War Of The Worlds" (1898). Searchable. From the Literature Network, a commercial site whose pages include advertisements and may generate pop-ups. http://www.online-literature.com/wellshg/ Topics: Authors by Region, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction Last updated Jul 6, 2005 Locus Online
"News, Reviews, Resources, and Perspectives of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror." In addition, the site has an extensive directory of links to science fiction and fantasy resources, including authors, other bibliographies, conventions, magazines, publishers, bookstores, organizations, and awards. There is also an index of the print version's Book Received columns from 1984 to date and the contents of anthologies, single-author collections, and other SF magazines. http://www.locusmag.com/ Topics: Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction Last updated Sep 19, 2003 Ray Bradbury
Biographical information about Ray Bradbury, author of science fiction novels such as "Fahrenheit 451" and "The Martian Chronicles." Includes a video interview with the author, a chronology of his work, and active message boards. From Harper Collins. http://www.raybradbury.com/ Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Feb 20, 2005 Science Fiction and Fantasy (Yahoo)
Good place to find many of the resources on the Internet for these popular genres. http://dir.yahoo.com/Arts/Humanities/Literature/Genres/Science_Fiction_and_Fantasy/ Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Sep 22, 2001 The Science Fiction and Fantasy Book List Site
"This site is a comprehensive bibliography of science-fiction and fantasy authors and their books." Includes a list of works for each author, as well as links to official and fan Web sites. Browsable by author, with cross references to pseudonyms. http://www.sfbooklist.co.uk/ Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Sep 29, 2003 Science Fiction and Fantasy Research Database
This database contains bibliographic access to tens of thousands of "articles, books, news reports, obituaries, motion picture reviews and other material about science fiction and fantasy. Some coverage of horror, gothic and utopian literature is included." Searchable by author, title, imprint, and subject. From Hal W. Hall, a librarian at the Cushing Memorial Library and Archives, Texas A&M University. http://sffrd.library.tamu.edu/ Topics: Literature: Fiction, Philosophy, Religion Last updated Sep 22, 2009 Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, Inc. (SFWA)
The Web site for this organization of "over 1200 sf and fantasy writers, artists, editors, and allied professionals" includes links to member authors' Web sites, full-text online fiction, and calendars of public appearances. There is information about the organization's Nebula and other awards and articles about the craft of writing, electronic piracy, publishing and other scams aimed at writers, and ergonomic problems affecting writers. http://www.sfwa.org/ Topics: Communications, English Language, Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Medical Treatments & Devices, Writing Last updated Jun 23, 2003 Science Fiction Hall of Fame (SFM)
An exhibit honoring "the lives, works and ongoing legacies of science fiction's greatest creators" that includes descriptions of museum exhibits and galleries, visitor information, a calendar of events, educational materials, and more. Part of a Seattle, Washington state, museum site. Searchable. http://www.empsfm.org/exhibitions/index.asp?categoryID=203 Topics: Literature: Fiction, Museums, Museums by Place: United States Last updated Dec 1, 2007 sffworld.com
This science fiction and fantasy site features short stories; articles; book reviews, excerpts, and synopses; author interviews and profiles; television and movie reviews; and both general and topical discussion forums (including writing, horror, film and TV, games, and art). http://www.sffworld.com/ Topics: Literature: Fiction Last updated Nov 13, 2001 Ursula K. Le Guin
Official website of the science fiction writer. Features biographical information, some essays on writing, a few poems, links to online stories, excerpts from her works, information about her recent works, a calendar of public appearances, and some translations by Le Guin of Gabriela Mistral poems. http://www.ursulakleguin.com/UKL_info.html Topics: Authors by Region: United States, Literary Movements and Periods, Literature: Fiction, Notable People Last updated Sep 4, 2005 WVU Libraries: Isaac Asimov Collection
Science fiction writer Isaac Asimov is respected "for popularizing or, as he called it, 'translating' science for the lay reader." This online display "features visuals and descriptions of some of the over 600 books, games, audio recordings, videos, and wall charts included in the West Virginia University Libraries Asimov Collection." Also find the Laws of Robotics (first promulgated in the 1950 book, "I, Robot"). Includes related links. http://www.libraries.wvu.edu/exhibits/asimov/ Topics: Arts and Humanities, Literature: Fiction, Printing, Publishing, and Book Arts, Science, Science Last updated Mar 15, 2004 Zvi Har'El's Jules Verne Collection
An overview of the life and works of the 19th century French fantasy and science fiction writer. The heart of this site is the "virtual library," which contains links to full-text novels, short stories, essays, plays, poems, speeches, and interviews, many in English and Spanish translations. The site also features scholarly articles and links to organizations and related websites. From a Jules Verne enthusiast. http://jv.gilead.org.il/ Topics: Authors by Region, Literary Movements and Periods, Literature by Place, Literature: Fiction Last updated Feb 4, 2007 |
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