When you put people in high-pressure environments, whether it’s a moon base, a test flight at faster-than-light speed, or a cramped officer’s lounge, relationships form fast. But for me, camaraderie wasn’t just something that happened in Galaxy’s Child. It was something I worked hard to build. From the very beginning, I wanted the characters to… Continue reading Building Bonds in Space: Crafting Camaraderie in Galaxy’s Child
Tag: sci-fi
How Galaxy’s Child Stands Out. Even Beyond Sci-Fi
If you walk into a bookstore or scroll through your favorite eBook platform, you’ll notice something: there’s no shortage of science fiction. Spaceships, aliens, advanced tech, it’s all there. That’s part of what makes sci-fi so endlessly fascinating. But it also means one thing, if you’re going to write sci-fi, you’d better bring something different… Continue reading How Galaxy’s Child Stands Out. Even Beyond Sci-Fi
5 Reasons to Read Galaxy’s Child (Without Spoilers)
More and more, readers’ feedback is that there are a lot of books out there. So why should they choose Galaxy’s Child? It’s a fair question, and one I take seriously. I know readers are investing their time, their attention, and sometimes a bit of hope that a book will deliver something meaningful. If you’re… Continue reading 5 Reasons to Read Galaxy’s Child (Without Spoilers)
How I Stay Inspired While Writing Science Fiction
People often ask where I find the inspiration to write science fiction. The truth is, it’s not something I ever really “find.” It’s just always been there, buzzing in the background of my thoughts since I was a kid, quietly fueling my imagination. For me, the spark comes from a mix of things. Sometimes it’s… Continue reading How I Stay Inspired While Writing Science Fiction
Discipline, Deadlines, and the Drive to Finish
First off, apologies for not posting my blog as scheduled on Wednesday. I will try posting on Thursdays from now on as it seems that my Thursday posts get more visibility than Wednesday posts. This is all new and try and error for me! Writing a book isn’t just about inspiration, it’s about structure. And… Continue reading Discipline, Deadlines, and the Drive to Finish
Les personnages secondaires comptent tout autant
Toute histoire a besoin d’un personnage principal et dans Galaxy’s Child, ce rôle revient à Philip Anders. Mais soyons honnêtes, aucun protagoniste ne devient ce qu’il est par lui-même. Derrière chaque grand héros se trouve un groupe de personnes qui le façonnent, qui le remet en question et parfois, qui le fais avancer lorsqu’il perd… Continue reading Les personnages secondaires comptent tout autant
The Supporting Cast Matters Too
Every story needs a main character, and in Galaxy’s Child, that role belongs to Philip Anders. But let’s be honest, no protagonist becomes who they are in isolation. Behind every great journey is a group of people who shape it, challenge it, and sometimes carry it forward when the hero can’t. That’s where the supporting… Continue reading The Supporting Cast Matters Too
My Wednesday Blog.
When most people think of a science fiction hero, I suspect they picture someone with all the answers. A flawless genius who always knows what to do. A born leader with unshakable confidence. And sure, that kind of character can be fun to watch. But for me, they’ve never been the ones I remember. The… Continue reading My Wednesday Blog.
Why Emotional Stakes Matter More Than Explosions
Don’t get me wrong, I love a good space battle. Whether it be in Star Trek, Star Wars, Stargate, BSG or any other great Sci-Fi franchise, the roar of engines, the flash of weapons fire, the adrenaline, It is part of what makes science fiction such a thrill. But for me, the real impact of… Continue reading Why Emotional Stakes Matter More Than Explosions
Why a Blog
I’ve been dreaming of writing a book since I was a teenager. It started in my early high school years, encouraged by a few English teachers who saw something in the way I put words together. But if I’m being honest, the real spark came from somewhere else entirely, science fiction. The very first sci-fi… Continue reading Why a Blog
David P. Lloyd 