So apparently George Galloway (yes, that George Galloway) has tweeted that he's written an alternate history "Sealion Succeeded" book.
So apparently George Galloway (yes, that George Galloway) has tweeted that he's written an alternate history "Sealion Succeeded" book.
Book is now appearing. Somewhat unenthusiastic Guardian review:William Gibson's forthcoming novel Agency is set in a world where Hillary Clinton won the presidential election.
This message is passed on on behalf of David Flin on Sea Lion Press (SLP) who is also setting up his own publisher focusing on children's fiction, as described below. For any queries or submissions, please use the contact email david.flin@outlook.com as I cannot help you with these.
From David Flin on SLP.
I've spoken with Meadow, and he considers that there is potential in a King Arthur Collection for SLP. As some of you may also be aware, I'm starting up Sergeant Frosty Publications (SFP) in October. SFP will be covering Historical Fiction for Children and Young Adults. There's also potential in a King Arthur Collection for SFP. The one would be looking at the legend/myth/AH from an adult view-point, the other from a view point suitable for SFP.
You're way ahead of me.
I'm collecting possible stories about King Arthur (or associated elements of the legend) with a view to creating a collection for SLP, and a collection of stories for SFP.
For SLP, the brief is to look at the legend, possibly shining a new light on certain aspects. It doesn't need to be about Arthur. There are a whole bunch of others in the mythology: Gawaine and Lancelot and Morgan and Morgawse and Merlin and Mordred and so on. I'm trying to avoid Return of King Arthur stories here. For one thing, that's already been done by SLP. Whether it's set in Dark Ages Britain, retaining historicity (as best one can within the legends) or whether it is looking at the myths involved, that's up to you.
As per usual, I'll be looking for around 10 stories. Length can be variable, but I'm looking for an average of 4K-8K. If yours is significantly over or under that, that probably won't be a problem, but might need some juggling on my part. That's what editors are for.
Deadline is rather open at the moment. I would like to get it together for around May, so ideally submissions before the end of April. However, it's not booked into the SLP schedule, so if it happens earlier or (more likely) later, that's not an issue.
For SFP, the brief is to entertain, and in a manner suitable for children and young adults. A story may be humour, adventure, mystery, whatever, but it needs to be age-appropriate. Again, it doesn't need to be about Arthur, and again, I'm trying to avoid Return of King Arthur stories.
I'm looking for around 6 stories, of around 5-10K each. Over- or under-length isn't a major problem.
I'm aiming for publication in December. That means proofing and cover will be taking place during September and October (with November free for emergencies), which means finished manuscripts to be with me by the end of August. As you can see, I'm leaving plenty of time in the schedule, but I'm well aware that this time can rapidly disappear.
Submissions:
It's probably best to send me a brief synopsis/outline first. I can comment, and say whether I think it (a) viable and (b) more appropriate for SLP or SFP. I've no objection to receiving a full manuscript at the start of the process, but submission doesn't automatically mean acceptance, and it could be a lot of effort expended for limited reward.
Drop me a line if you have an idea.
All submissions and queries to david.flin@outlook.com
It's finally here!
I'll be covering the ten books individually in more detail on social media, but check out our press release for links!
Well technically this is a future history but what is the other one ?This is less alternate history and more Turtledove using the Trump administration to sell his stories. This is the second story he's written about Donald Trump.
I was beginning to wonder when the annual Turtledove was coming' Not a full novel but still most welcomed.Here is one work by Harry Turtledove that will either be a fun ride or be a headache to slightly through during the pandemic, titled "And the Last Trump Shall Sound":
Amazon.com: And the Last Trump Shall Sound eBook: Turtledove, Harry, Morrow, James, Rambo, Cat: Kindle Store
And the Last Trump Shall Sound - Kindle edition by Turtledove, Harry, Morrow, James, Rambo, Cat. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading And the Last Trump Shall Sound.www.amazon.com
From New York Times bestselling author, Harry Turtledove, critically-acclaimed novelist, James Morrow, and Nebula Award finalist, Cat Rambo, comes a masterful anthology of three sensational novellas depicting a dark fictional future of the United States.
And the Last Trump Shall Sound is a prophetic warning about where we, as a nation, may be headed. Mike Pence is President of the United States after years of divisive, dogmatic control by Donald Trump. The country is in turmoil as the Republicans have strengthened their stronghold on Congress, increasing their dominance. And with the support of the Supreme Court, more conservative than ever, State governments become more marginalized by the authoritarian rule of the Federal government.
There are those who cannot abide by what they view as a betrayal of the nation’s founding principles. Once united communities break down and the unthinkable suddenly becomes the only possible solution: the end of the Union.
The authors’ depiction of a country that is both unfamiliar and yet unnervingly all too realistic, make you realize the frightening possible consequences of our increased polarization—a dire warning to all of us of where we may be headed unless we can learn to come together again.
Well technically this is a future history but what is the other one ?
Well technically this is a future history but what is the other one ?
Maybe not exactly relevant, but he also wrote a short story about Trump losing the 2016 election to JFK's son who did not die in a plane crash.The Terrific Leader
"The Terrific Leader" is a very short work by Harry Turtledove, published in Welcome to Dystopia: 45 Visions of What Lies Ahead (OR Books, Gordon Van Gelder, editor). The five page piece depicts a day in the life of a young woman named Kim, who resides in a poor village with her mother, under...turtledove.fandom.com