The Year: 2470. Technology Hasn't Progressed Since the 1900's-A SciFi Novel by Austin Vasquez

About this episode

The episode discusses the impact of authors like J.K. Rowling and encourages listeners to start writing their own stories.

Send us Fan Mail Here is an example of what J.K. Rowling did. One woman gave millions of people, young and old, the power of the written word. It's mind blowing when you think of her impact. One woman. She gave people of all backgrounds a sense that anyone is capable of creating worlds and stories. So, no excuses, pull out the number two or the keyboard and get started!

People in this episode

Host: Lisa Greinert

Guest: Austin Vasquez

Topics covered

• science fiction
• writing
• technology
• literature
• creativity

Keywords

• sci-fi novel
• writing tips
• J.K. Rowling
• creative writing
• storytelling

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