Writing Class

Name: Writing Class
Author: Robert Sheckley

By Robert Sheckley

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The story takes place in a college science-fiction writing class where a famous author instructs students to avoid clichés and to underplay descriptions of alien life and planetary features. He urges writers to humanize extraterrestrials, provide motivations, and consider logistical details when imagining interstellar politics. One student, uninterested in the prosaic approach and preferring bold, familiar images and pure villainy, grows bored and decides to leave the course in order to pursue fiction on his own.

About the Author

Robert Sheckley

Robert Sheckley was an influential American science fiction writer known for his satirical and often humorous approach to the genre. His work frequently explores themes of absurdity and the human condition, often set against fantastical backdrops. Sheckley's notable stories include "Accept No Substitutes" and "Diplomatic Immunity," which showcase his unique blend of wit and imagination. Over his prolific career, he contributed significantly to the literary landscape of science fiction, leaving a lasting impact with his inventive narratives and thought-provoking ideas.