Fantasy and science fiction. The freedom of the unlimited
What fascinates me about fantasy and science fiction time and time again is the freedom. In no other genre is it possible to stretch the rules of reality so far or completely dissolve them. The laws of physics, logic and everyday life can be ignored, reversed or completely rewritten. You can create worlds where magic exists, enter parallel worlds or travel into the vastness of the universe. These infinite possibilities open up a creative playground for me as an author, where anything is possible - from mystical creatures to extraterrestrial civilizations and alternative futures.
It is not an escape from everyday life, but a discovery of new perspectives that can broaden our understanding of humanity and society. In science fiction in particular, future technologies and alternative societies can raise critical questions that make us think about our own world.
Fantasy and science fiction invite us to explore the human experience in its extremes. Whether it's the great moral dilemmas that often arise in science fiction due to technological or alien influences, or the epic battles between good and evil that are so present in fantasy, both genres push the boundaries of what is possible.
As a writer, this allows me to ask complex questions and explore profound themes without being bound by the conventions of reality.
Like many other authors, my passion for fantasy and science fiction began in childhood. The stories of distant galaxies, powerful wizards and fantastic creatures have always fascinated me. I remember spending hours immersed in books and movies where there was no limit to what could be imagined. This fascination has never left me. It is still a source of my creativity and my motivation as an author today.
The dreams I had as a child, the questions I asked myself - What if there were other worlds? What if technology is so advanced that it resembles magic? - these thoughts remain with me to this day. Writing in these genres allows me to retain and develop this childlike curiosity.
Another reason I love fantasy and science fiction is the ability to experience and portray emotions on a grand, epic scale. These genres allow me to create characters who are confronted with existential threats that affect their entire world - be it through an impending apocalypse or the rise of dark forces. It's not just about the external plot, but about the inner struggles of the characters.
The great adventures told in these stories often also reflect very personal themes - the search for identity, the fear of the unknown, the desire for freedom or the longing to belong. By embedding these emotions in fantastical or futuristic scenarios, I can explore them in a way that is both intense and entertaining.
What particularly attracts me is the connection between past and future in both genres. Fantasy often tells of archaic worlds, ancient kingdoms and lost civilizations, while science fiction deals with what awaits us - new technologies, alien planets, and what lies beyond the horizon. In different ways, both genres pose the question: Who are we as humans? Fantasy is often about the roots and myths that have shaped us, science fiction is about where we are going and what we might become.
As an author, this tension appeals to me. In my stories, I can retell the age-old myths of humanity and at the same time speculate on what our future might look like - two seemingly contradictory but deeply connected aspects of the human experience.
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