There were many unknowns before taking on this project. I'm a babe in the woods. I've never read a sci-fi novel. I've only watched movies. Thus, my sci-fi will likely not follow the formula of others.
During the writing, there was far more research into this project than any other book I have written. I know more about the universe than before and certainly more about 12th century English history.
It would be remiss if I failed to mention the help of my friend, Mike Webster, and my grandson, Roman Gandara. They are both sci-fi and superhero aficionados. I bounced ideas and pitched plot twists their way. Unless they got up and left the room, I assumed they were okay.
As expressed before, I never expected to have as much fun writing something as I did with this project. That’s not to say I’m ready for another; however, I did leave room for a sequel.
With science fiction, the imagination can run wild. However, caution must be exercised to stay within the bounds of reason. Also, when delving into the past to emulate everyday life in early medieval times, accuracy is absolutely necessary. A peasant can not pick up a cell phone and order out for pizza. At times, certain words had to be researched to see if they were even in use during the 12th century. However, I’m certain more than a few slipped through the cracks.
Again, the first episode of From Here To 1137 AD starts Monday, March 23rd. I hope you have as much fun reading as I had in writing.
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