Sci-Fi Challenge Accepted

This will be the front cover of my 
sci-fi novel.

A few months ago, my grandson, Roman, along with my friend,
Mike, were in an intense conversation about superheroes, sci-fi comics, and movies. It’s not my bag. (When was the last time you heard, " It’s not my bag?) Yeah, I’m out of it. 

I tried to nudge my way into the conversation, but clearly it was over my head. It was gratifying to watch Roman’s and Mike’s eyes light up and sparkle at the mention of their favorites. 

Roman lent one of his comics to me. He was undoubtedly certain that once I cast my eyes on the artwork, the dialogue, and grasped the plot, I would be hooked. I read, at most, four or five pages. I’ve updated my vernacular—It’s not my vibe.

Not only have I never read a sci-fi book, but the thought of writing one seemed to me, well, a million light-years away.

I like challenges in writing. Over the years, I’ve been a part of a number of them. And they were rewarding and fun.

It came to me one day while in a conversation with Roman and Mike. Before me was a real challenge: write a science fiction novel. I announced it to them immediately, and a week later, my challenge began. 

Currently, I’m near the finish of the novel. And admittedly, it has been fun. 

There probably lies a lesson. Sometimes it’s good to challenge yourself and shake things up. Kind of like taking a different route to work or giving mushrooms a try. 

I’ve not yet decided on a title.

It appears that the novel will begin serialization on this website in late March.