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Originally Posted by darryl
The theme is a very wide one. I can't say that any of the books nominated are outside of the theme, though the connection is sometimes a bit tenuous. I too would have expected to see more science fiction nominations or even the odd ghost story. The process for selection is both democratic and fair, and of course everyone is free to vote according to their preferences. I would however be interested in the attitude of those participating to Science Fiction. I would like to read posts from those who will not or are unlikely to nominate or vote for a science fiction book. What is your reason if there is one other than simply not liking the genre? I make no criticism and have no intention of questioning your views or arguing the issue. Just curious.
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I hate science fiction. I read a blurb that indicates a story is set on another planet populated by oddly named creatures, in a future time, and my eyes glaze over. No, no, no.
When I was much younger, I did read the a book or two by Robert Heinlein and Arthur C. Clarke, maybe Asimov. Probably short stories as well, especially if they were Twilight Zone-type stories (I don't consider those science fiction except in the broadest sense--I'm fine with stories that are set in a basically normal milieu with some oddball element).
I don't like Star Wars. I don't like Star Trek (though the original series is OK except for William Shatner). I don't like wizards and magicians and unreal worlds and time travel and overt weirdness.
The September selection was on my radar before I knew it might edge in SF territory. I haven't started it yet, and I am feeling some reluctance.