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Science Fiction and Fantasy is a catch-all name given to two (or possibly more, see below) distinct genres of fiction. While these genres are distinct from each other they are often seen to have many similarities and are therefore often put together in bookstores - it is assumed that a fan of Science Fiction would be a fan of Fantasy. However this is not always the case and some fans of one of the two sometimes get quite irate over automatically being classified with fans of the other.
How many genres?
Science Fiction and Fantasy are themselves hard genres to define and Science Fiction in particular has very fluid genre borders (see each genres separate entry for a definition of the two genres). As such it is not unusual to find that a few books that some people would count as Science Fiction or Fantasy are not included in other peoples lists and other books that some people would not count as Science Fiction are so included. This is most noticeable with Fantasy books that are perceived to be primarily children's books (such as Harry Potter) and Science Fiction dystopian and/or alternative history books (such as Nineteen Eighty-Four).
Similarities between Science Fiction and Fantasy
Science Fiction and Fantasy are often placed together because, as mentioned before, they often share many similarities. These similarities include, but are not limited to: More on [ Science Fiction and Fantasy ]
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Class Act: Martha Wolfe - Press & Sun-Bulletin
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'Makers' novel leaves impressionFHSU University Leader... released an excellent new book called “Makers” last Thursday. “Makers” is set years in the future (but not many) and could be called science-fiction, ...
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SciFi.com - News, reviews, games, and shopping from the SciFi Channel.
Museum, Inc. - A non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of science fiction in all its forms regardless of media. Site includes association rules, museum policies, and volunteer opportunities.
Alien Almanac - Information, articles, reviews, new releases, developments, and merchandise for fans of genres.
Meta Description: [ Discovering your world of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror. ]
Andrew's Scifi Zone - Downloads, image galleries and synopses from selected films and television series.
Chatelaine's Keep - Poetry, fairy tales and folklore, fantasy art and forum.
Elf Fantasy - News, online magazine, shopping, and resources on different games and fantasy creatures.
Exploring Dystopia - An exploration of specific dystopias, 1984, Blade Runner, Neuromancer and Metropolis, as well of the concept of the genre.
Meta Description: [ An exploration of Dystopia, the evil twin of Utopia, as manifested in e.g. 1984, Blade Runner, Metropolis and Neuromancer. ]
FantaFiction - Information on genre books, authors, movies and television.
Meta Description: [ This site provides information about science fiction, fantasy and horror authors, books, cover artists, movies and TV series and more. ]
Fictional Worlds - Books, movies, television, and games information. Galleries of art and animations, movie reviews, polls and quizzes, online games, wallpaper, desktop themes, HotBar skins, and links.
Meta Description: [ Fictional Worlds of Fantasy/SciFi/Mythology in books, movies, TV, games - all media. Art galleries, anigifs, movie reviews, polls/quizzes, online games, wallpaper, desktop themes, links and MORE! ]
Rabhen Poe's: The Hallow - Assists writers of science fiction and fantasy. Articles, editorials, reviews, art gallery, published book and movie information, conventions and links.
Meta Description: [ At the end of universe, there is a lone dive bar entertaining the fringe with prose and poetry. ]
RevolutionSF - An online magazine and community, dedicated to celebrating the best in science fiction, comics, and gaming. Site features forum, merchandising, news, reviews, humor, features, interviews and fiction.
Meta Description: [ An online magazine and community celebrating the best in science fiction, fantasy, comics, anime, and gaming, created by professional columnists, artists, animators, and humorists from the most prominent Web sites and magazines. ]
Sci-Fi 2000 - Book reviews, daily news, editorial, television series fan pages, desktop themes, links, collectibles for sale, fonts, and information on upcoming TV shows and movies.
Sci-Fi Heaven - Discussion and news on titles related to the genre.
Sci-fi Theme Music Quiz - Trivia on televesion and movie theme music clips. Available in MP3, wav, or Real Audio formats.
Meta Description: [ Test your knowledge of Science Fiction & Fantasy TV and Movie music with this fun audio quiz....have fun! ]
Science Fiction Buzz - News, reviews opinions on Battlestar Galactica, Star Trek, Stargate and science fiction.
Meta Description: [ New - Send a Battlestar eCard. Adding Anime news. Get the latest news, reviews & commentary on the science fiction and fantasy universe. ]
Scifi 411 - News, articles, episode guides, with movie, DVD and RPG game release dates.
Meta Description: [ Home page for science fiction and fantasy news for television and movies ]
SciFiChick - News, reviews, art gallery, and a forum of topics related to the genre.
Meta Description: [ SciFiChick ]
Scifispace.com - Science fiction, fantasy and horror site for news, information, chats, a calendar of events, and free email.
Meta Description: [ Sci-fi for fans of science fiction, fantasy and horror with news, info, calendars of events, chat room, message boards, and more! ]
Screen Rant - News and reviews on science-fiction movies and television.
Meta Description: [ SciFi, TV, movie news & commentary without the sugar coating. ]
SF Lovers - Information on the genre featuring links for art, books, conventions, films, and television. Mailing list and archives available.
Meta Description: [ SF-Lovers Main Page ]
SFExplore - Featuring news about several science fiction shows, movies, music and games. Also includes reviews, guides, a forum, and links.
Meta Description: [ This is a discussion forum powered by vBulletin. To find out about vBulletin, go to http://www.vbulletin.com/ . ]
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SFF Research Database - Historical and critical items about science fiction, fantasy and horror. Searchable index and submissions.
SFF World - Reviews, articles, online stories, serials, synopses, forums, and weblogs.
SFRA - The Science Fiction Research Association. Supports and promotes literature and film by use of research papers. Site includes calls for papers, awards, and conference schedules.
Slacker's Sci-Fi Source - News and reviews, games, message board, contests, and postcards.
Meta Description: [ A Universe of Science Fiction at your finger tips. Find science fiction, fantasy and horror related news, reviews, sci-fi games and more at the best sci-fi portal on the web. ]
Solar Flare Science Fiction and Fantasy - News, reviews, polls and discussion centering around literature, television, and movies of the genre.
Meta Description: [ Covering the worlds of fantasy and science fiction with news, reviews and opinion. All the latest sci-fi news and information. ]
StupidSciFi.com - Science fiction news and entertainment. Forums and reviews.
Meta Description: [ Sci-Fi Entertainment Movies and Sci-Fi Television Shows Reviews and Forum Discussion. ]
SyFy Portal - News on the genre with a focus on Star Trek. Newsletter and chat.
Meta Description: [ SyFy Portal - News daily from the world of genre entertainment. ]
The Eternal Night - Bibliographies, book reviews, current news, and television shows and movies categorized by theme, covering science-fiction, fantasy, and horror. Also, e-zine featuring short fiction, interviews, and forums.
Meta Description: [ The Eternal Night Web Site. A site dedicated to Science Fiction, Fantasy and Horror books. ]
The Log Book - Includes episode guides, movie reviews, and dvd reviews for television and films. Also games and music information.
Meta Description: [ theLogBook.com - for fans of science fiction, video games, music, books, movies, toys and more. ]
The Lore Merchant - Library of fiction and poetry, role-playing game and television reviews.
The Ravensnest - TV episode information, details on horror movies, downloadable games, and an e-zine on government conspiracies.
Meta Description: [ Ravensnest is a US based web site that has Information on, DVDs,VHS,Games,and ect. ]
The Worlds of Fantasy Network - News, reviews, forum and games.
Usenet FAQs - Science Fiction - A collection of questions listed by various science fiction related newsgroups.
War Of The Worlds - An indepth look at The War Of The Worlds, from the original H. G. Wells novel to the Orson Welles radio broadcast and beyond.
Meta Description: [ History of Mars in fact and fiction, including books, movies and the infamous Orson Welles radio broadcast of 1938 ]
Which Character Are You? - A personality test that matches your responses with a fantasy or science fiction character.
Meta Description: [ A personality test that matches you with a popular fantasy or science fiction character. ]
Xenite.org - Science fiction and fantasy essays, mailing lists, discussion forums, FAQs, link directories, archived discussions, news, and commentary.
Meta Description: [ Science fiction and fantasy essays, mailing lists, link directories, stories, message boards, ... ]
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