20 Hard Sci-Fi Prompts to Explore New Scientific Concepts

Science Fiction futuristic city with flying saucers/space ships flying downtown.

Hard Science Fiction uses scientific accuracy, modern technology, and complicated topics in physics, biology, and other sciences to produce thought-provoking stories. Hard Sci-Fi explores future “what ifs” using plausible scientific principles and theories, unlike softer, more fanciful science fiction. Writers must balance complex narratives, well-developed characters, and scientific concepts with realism and technical detail. These […]

Hard vs. Soft Sci-Fi: How to Create Engaging Sci-Fi Worlds

Man in space suit staring down at a highly advanced Sci-Fi city.

Science fiction (sci-fi) is a genre that has captivated the imagination of readers and writers for generations. From the rigorous scientific accuracy of The Martian to the whimsical adventures of Star Wars, sci-fi offers a wide spectrum of storytelling opportunities. At the heart of this diversity lies the distinction between hard and soft sci-fi. These […]