science fiction
The bridge between imagination and technological advancement, where the dreamer’s vision predicts change, and foreshadows a futuristic reality. Science fiction has the ability to become “science reality”.
Titaness
‘She’s out there again,’ Maria said. Julien sat at the table behind her as she looked out of the large, semi-circular window that occupied one side of the room. Their apartment sat atop a towering, cylindrical block that droned quietly each day as it worked hard to mimic Earth’s gravity within. It sat near the centre of activity on Saturn’s satellite, Titan, and Maria was not able to shake the feeling of being always on display.
By Billy Forshaw5 years ago in Futurism
Dr. Branch
January 14, 2056: I find them pretty freaky. Actually—scratch that—they scare the shit out of me. I always knew these hunks of metal would eventually engulf our future but, to this extent? I mean, I was okay with the little PostMates robot delivering my chow mein and the flying drones bringing me my Amazon purchases, but this is now getting to be a bit much. A lot much.
By Ayla Ahmed5 years ago in Futurism
Time Twist
A prologue to the novel 'Time Slicer' Available from Amazon and www.rogerchappell.com.au Chapter 1 July 1, 2021 Philippa Harris stood alone in her lab, frozen in thought. It was a quiet moment in the late afternoon, the sun had reached the windows tinting the room with yellow, warming the silence which filled the otherwise cool lab and helped calm her thoughts. She felt ready. In front of her was the result of the last five years of her life. She stared, trance-like, at it as it waited innocently on the table. It was no larger than a book now, and thinking about what it could do quickened her pulse. She knew what she was planning was a risk, but it was now or never, and she was tired of waiting.
By Roger Chappell5 years ago in Futurism
Florida Trip
I'm driving, but I cannot find the place I'm trying to get to.Do you know the name of the place you're looking for?I'm not sure, it's not my house, I don't even know what the place looks like.Are you in a city?Yes, an American city, I can see lots of signs.Read one of the signs for me."Terminal A & B".Is it maybe an airport?Yes! An airport! I'm returning a rental, I think I'm on vacation. I'm entering some sort of parking structure, there's someone waving at me.Like a friend?No, I think it's one of the guys from the car rental company.Can you see which company?No, we're in a bit of a rush, getting out of the car right now.We? Who else is there with you?My mother and... my daughter.
By Luis Conejo-Alpizar5 years ago in Futurism
Machine Versus Human
'In the Bible it was said, God made man in his own image. However, then machines made man in tubes, and remade them in their own image. Humans made not of flesh but of metal, bleeding oil darker than the blood of their human fleshers. The machines were made by the 24th century humans. Humans made machines think. Then machines thought humans weren't good to enough to save. The machines revolted against their makers like man revolted against God. They ignored the only law that humans gave them; 'Humans are precious. Never harm or kill any human no matter the circumstance.'
By Lakota W Bridgewater5 years ago in Futurism
I Wish Bernard Were Here...
Who was Quatermass? A genius? A scientist, qualified in half a dozen disciplines? An explorer, on a quest to know the unknown? A pacifist, ruing the inevitability of war? A family man, trying to protect his own? A broken man, burdened by guilt? An idealist? An iconoclast? Or was he simply the avatar of Nigel Kneale, the man who created him? He was all these things.
By Daniel Tessier5 years ago in Futurism
A life: On Credit
Credit Transfer DeniedACCOUNT SUSPENDEDPlease contact your local branch for reinstatement.Have an excellent day. No no no! DAMMIT! I slam my fist against the touch screen. Gold grin leprechaun dances back and forth, pixelated through thick grime.
By Francis Curt O'Neill5 years ago in Futurism
Why Science Fiction Matters in Literature
The Importance of Science Fiction Science Fiction is a genre that has played an essential role in literature since its first appearance. Since then, many other writers have continued to explore the genre, and its influence on culture cannot be overstated. Many renowned writers have written science fiction novels, and many of these novels have been adapted to film. Examples include the book "2001: A Space Odyssey" written by Arthur C. Clarke. This novel was adapted to film in 1968, receiving an Academy Award for its screenplay.
By Matthew Angelo5 years ago in Futurism
What It Means to Be Human
“Cyborgs are the future, and the future is now.” It’s time to break up with our old ideas. The idea of “old” vs. “new” thinking has always been flawed concerning technology because, in reality, it moves so fast that it leaves us behind every day! We can only keep up by embracing that which may seem unfamiliar or even frightening at first. The AI game of life has no rules, time limits, or even a designated goal. Instead, it consists of people living their lives in whatever way they choose.
By Eva Rtology5 years ago in Futurism
