The Science Fictionary: A Dictionary of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror

Have you ever been asked about a term used in a science fiction or fantasy or horror novel? I have and sometimes I know but can’t explain it to my satisfaction. That is frustrating to me and to the person I’m talking to. A example is: I wanted a a clearer explanation of an important science fictional idea, work, but couldn’t do it satisfactory to my 8th grade teacher who had read an Arthur C. Clarke book. Now I can find it here. I also was recently asked what a kelpie was from a friend who was reading for the first time a fantasy book. I knew that one and did explain what a kelpie is. I found myself reading and sometimes flipping the pages of “The Science Fictionary” as it reminded me of the hours of pleasurable reading, while lost in fantastic stories and worlds of imagination. It gave me science fiction, fantasy, and horror memories of books I had read but also gave me new books to read. It also took me back to those works I always meant to read but never got around to, and motivating me to reread those favorite novels I love. As I was growing up most females did not read anything but romance. Yes, I did read a few romantic novel but they usually didn’t keep my interest or at least I think so as I went back to reading my science fiction and horror. Fantasy books came to me when I was introduced to it by a guy. The first book was “The Hobbit.” These genres have always been and still are my first choice to read. I do read some other types of books but they are the minority. I now have been introduced to books I haven’t read or known about so my book list is getting longer! If you are a fan or a newbie, this is a book that should be in your bookcase. It will be in mine.Disclaimer: I received an arc of this book from the publisher. I wasn’t obligated to write a favorable review. The opinions expressed are strictly my own.

This is a great addition to any speculative media fan's library.

I just wanted to let you know – as soon as I saw The Science Fictionary was on sale – I ran out and bought a copy to give to my wife for her birthday, which was yesterday. I have to tell you – she LOVES it! She’s a super-sci-fi aficionado, and she was so excited to have ALL THOSE DETAILS in one place for easy reference. It’s a gift that will keep on giving.Thanks for all the hard work putting this book together. It’s great.

As a child who read the World Book Encyclopedia in the bathroom, this is the type of reference work that I really appreciate. It was a pleasure to go through the surprisingly extensive entries, detailing common and obscure definitions from novels, short stories and movies. I'll be keeping this one downloaded from now on. Five stars. Check it out.

I bought this book for two reasons: I know and respect the author, Bob Bly; my husband has been a fan of science fiction since he started reading. He loves this book! I'm going to recommend it to friends who have the same reading interest as my husband.