Lex Out Loud: Writing Science Fiction

Writing most novels is going to require at least some research. How much depends a lot on the genre you’re writing in and the details of your novel. Research is the natural place to start your worldbuilding, and in this episode, Lex discusses the research he’s doing for his current project and his approach to research in general. Finally, Lex shares some resources and inspirations he’s found inval...

This week Lex discusses how he approaches starting a novel and takes you through his progress on his current project so far. He also talks a bit about some of the subgenres of science fiction and how and why one should avoid the dreaded “worldbuilder’s disease”. Finally, Lex discusses why the chef would probably be one of the more important people on a spaceship.

Lex Out Loud is a podcast for writers, readers and all lovers of speculative fiction. Lex Starwalker is beginning work on his third novel, and he’s taking you along for the journey. Whether you’re wanting to write a novel or screenplay yourself, or you’re a game master wanting to write an adventure or campaign, or you’re just curious about the creative writing process, this show is for you! In thi...