The Fantasy Writer Assistant And Other Stories: A Review

David Gerrold's collection of science fiction and fantasy stories, The Fantasy Writer Assistant And Other Stories, is a thought-provoking and entertaining read for fans of the genre.

The Fantasy Writer's Assistant: And Other Stories

by Jeffrey Ford

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1214 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	296 pages
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The book contains 14 stories, each of which explores a different aspect of the human condition. In "The Fantasy Writer Assistant," a struggling writer creates a computer program to help him write his stories. But the program soon becomes more than just a tool, and it begins to take over the writer's life.

In "The Martian Child," a couple adopts a child from Mars. But the child is not what they expected, and they soon learn that they have bitten off more than they can chew.

In "The Man Who Folded Himself," a man discovers a way to fold himself into different shapes. But his newfound ability soon becomes a curse, as he finds himself trapped in a world of his own making.

These are just a few of the thought-provoking stories in The Fantasy Writer Assistant And Other Stories. Gerrold is a master of the short story form, and he uses it to explore the human condition in all its complexity and beauty.

What I Liked About the Book

• The stories are well-written and thought-provoking.
• Gerrold's characters are complex and relatable.
• The stories explore a wide range of themes, from the nature of creativity to the meaning of life.

What I Didn't Like About the Book

• Some of the stories are a bit too long.
• The ending of one of the stories is a bit too abrupt.

Overall Impression

The Fantasy Writer Assistant And Other Stories is a solid collection of science fiction and fantasy stories. Gerrold is a gifted writer, and he has a lot to say about the human condition. I highly recommend this book to fans of the genre.

Rating

4 out of 5 stars

About the Author

David Gerrold is an American science fiction and fantasy writer. He is best known for his work on the original Star Trek series, for which he wrote the episode "The Trouble with Tribbles." Gerrold has also written a number of novels and short stories, including The Man Who Folded Himself and The Martian Child.

Other Books by David Gerrold

• The Trouble with Tribbles
• The Martian Child
• The Man Who Folded Himself
• Yesterday's Children
• The Star Wolf

The Fantasy Writer's Assistant: And Other Stories

by Jeffrey Ford

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1214 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	296 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE