Diving into Aliya Whiteley’s “Three Eight One” was akin to embarking on a journey through the winding paths of speculative fiction, guided by a narrative that boldly defies the conventional boundaries of genre. This novel, narrated by Rowena Savalas, a curator from the 24th century, entwines the past and the distant future through the lens…
The Evolution of AI in Movies: A 25-Year Retrospective Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been a staple of science fiction for decades, but the way it’s portrayed in film has evolved significantly over the past 25 years. From the malevolent machines of the 90s to the more nuanced, human-like AI of recent years, the depiction of…
The Pursuit of AGI and its Implications for Human Creativity: A Sci-Fi Perspective Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) has been a recurring theme in science fiction, from Isaac Asimov’s “I, Robot” to the sentient machines of “The Matrix”. The pursuit of AGI, a form of artificial intelligence that can understand, learn, and apply knowledge across a…
The Future of the Dune Saga: Predictions and Expectations Frank Herbert’s Dune saga, a cornerstone of science fiction literature, has captivated audiences for decades with its intricate world-building, complex characters, and profound exploration of themes like power, religion, and ecology. With the recent release of Denis Villeneuve’s film adaptation, interest in the Dune universe has…
Netflix’s “Atlas” with Jennifer Lopez: A Critical Review Netflix’s latest venture into the realm of science fiction, “Atlas”, starring Jennifer Lopez, has been the talk of the town since its release. The show, which explores a dystopian future where artificial intelligence has taken over the world, has been met with a mixed bag of reviews…
Is Iain M. Banks’ “Culture” Series Orbital Scientifically Feasible? Science fiction has always been a genre that pushes the boundaries of our imagination, presenting us with concepts and technologies that seem far beyond our current capabilities. One such concept is the Orbital, a megastructure featured in Iain M. Banks’ “Culture” series. But is such a…
Which scientific discoveries, breakthroughs and cultural topics will inspire the next wave of creativity in the Science Fiction genre? Science fiction has always been a genre that pushes the boundaries of imagination, exploring the potential of technology, the mysteries of the universe, and the complexities of human nature. As we stand on the brink of…
Hey there, fellow bookworms! Are you ready to embark on a journey through the realms of imagination and explore some of the most captivating science fiction books of the past year? Buckle up because I’ve curated a list of four extraordinary reads that will teleport you to distant galaxies, challenge your perceptions of reality, and…
“The book”Generations” is SciFi Zone’s winner of the Debut Novel Award for 2024 More retailers >> Like the best Science Fiction classics, Generations reminds us that the future is a canvas of our making, and with it – our definition of being Human. The novel is set on the generation-ship “Thetis”, which has been making…
Apr 1, 2024 – SciFi Zone today announced the winner of its 2024 SciFi Debut Novel Award. It’s been a condensed few weeks of travelling between distant galaxies, fighting mighty aliens and overcoming fierce magic, but finally – a winner has emerged! What a year for Science Fiction! This year’s ScifiZone Debut Novel Award has…
Science fiction has always been a genre that sparks imagination and curiosity. It takes us to worlds beyond our own, introduces us to technologies that are yet to be invented, and presents us with ideas that challenge our understanding of the universe. One such work that has recently garnered much attention is Liu Cixin’s “The…
