I've been told that the field is too full of other authors and that anything that I would write would be kicked out because of no room. I'm wondering how true that is, or is that person just full of hot air? I've been published before in teeny tiney little publications, am looking at bigger ones now.
2006-09-15 12:13:51 · 11 answers · asked by Smurfett 4 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
There's always room for the good stuff.
Yes, there are many, many people writing science fiction. Not all, or even most, of them are particularly good, so there is always room for more -good- writers. (The same is true of any genre.) Further, some of the good writers are growing old, and someday will no longer be with us. (Sometimes that happens when the writer in question isn't even old... *sigh*) So there will always be new openings in the field. And as more publications for science fiction are created, there will be even more room for new writers.
Anyone who tells you that there is no room for new writers of science fiction may be a person who A) has tried and been unable to get their own work published, and is making excuses for that, or B) is trying to remove possible competition, or C) doesn't want to encourage anyone to write anything.
You say you've had your work in very small publications. That may be helpful as you try to get into larger magazines. Send submissions, keep at it (the publications that pay -are- harder to get into, but not impossible), and good luck.
2006-09-15 12:26:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Thoreau said, "Most men lead lives of quiet desperation and go to the grave with the song still in them."
Don't go to the grave with the song still in you. The only cure for failing to get published is to sharpen your skills by writing more. Have other writers critique your work. If you are not sure how to develop your story go to www.dramatica.com and download the free theory book. If you feel you need help in the art of writing take online classes or creative writing classes in school, night school or local colleges. Last, but not least, read lots of fiction and learn from published authors. Don't give up. The fact that you have been published says that you have what it takes!!
2006-09-15 14:01:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've always heard that sci-fi is one of the best genres to break into. It's got the highest rate of fans turned pros. I don't think the genre is too full...as far as I know, mags like Asimov and Analog are always open to new writers...if you're really curious, go to a Barnes and Noble and spend some time looking at the Writers Market, which will tell you which magazines are looking for authors, how much they pay, and other good info like that.
2006-09-16 02:25:03 · answer #3 · answered by OneSongGlory 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on what you write and who you send it to. No, your stories won't just be "kicked out" because there's no room, but you will be competing against a lot of other writers trying to break in, including me now and then.
Don't let it stop you from trying. Just make sure you follow the submission guidelines for the magazine you're submitting to. Start with the big magazines and work your way down. And keep submitting. If you have what it takes to be a science fiction writer, you'lll connect eventually. Good luck to you!
JMB
2006-09-15 12:27:11 · answer #4 · answered by levyrat 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Attend a science fiction convention. Many have writing tracks where you can get tips on publishing. Analog, Asimov's, and Fantasy & Science Fiction occasionally do publish new authors. Check Writers Digest for submission rules.
2006-09-15 12:22:13 · answer #5 · answered by redunicorn 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The best thing to do is just go for it. Some of the best writers were rejected numerous times before being published in small bits and then proceeded to become very well known. Writers are a special breed. Believe in yourself, don't be discouraged and give it your all. Good luck.
2006-09-15 12:18:43 · answer #6 · answered by The Garage Dude 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not true. Science fiction is in demand & they are always trying to get good science fiction pieces. (I think more guys are into it than girls, but thats not so relevant here). Asimov mag, Science Fiction and Fantasy mag, & there are more. Look in 'Writer's Marketplace' reference bk for publishers. (Look how popular Star Wars is, & they're still writing bks on it. I heard the 'revenge of the sith' bk that recently came out was great, A non-science fiction girl reader told me. She worked on the bk before it came out.). Science fiction is more popular than fantasy I think. Whenever I go to the local shop, the paperback stand is brimming with detective, mystery & romance novels the most. Publishers are dying to get their hands on good science fiction. Its hot. Good luck.
2006-09-15 12:31:30 · answer #7 · answered by Bronweyn 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go for it!
New authors do get published, even in science fiction. Keep writing, keep reading (I LOVE Orson Scott Card's "How to Write Science Fiction & Fantasy), and keep submitting. If you work hard and ignore rejection, you will make it.
2006-09-15 13:24:19 · answer #8 · answered by Obi_San 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used to subscribe to Asimov's, and they were always inviting people to submit manuscripts for short stories.
Whoever told you that the genre is too full of other authors was probably worried that you'd steal a space that his inferior product could fill.
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