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So, a few days ago, a self-appointed gate-keeper named Paul Cook opined that Bujold and other award-winning, acclaimed, and notable authors didn't write *real* science fiction because they dared to include romance elements. Lots of loyal fans & other sensible persons got riled up.

Instead of joining the general foofaraw, in typical, classy fashion, Lois McMaster Bujold has re-directed the conversation, starting a great, wide-ranging discussion about science fiction, definitions, young adult literature, & all kinds of cool stuff, here:

http://www.goodreads.com/author_blog_posts/4822375-science-fiction-platonic-ideal-or-rorschach-blot

Date: 2013-09-14 07:59 pm (UTC)
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She is undoubtedly a very classy lady.

I thought the ice cream metaphor in the comments was good. I don't insist on little candy hearts in my ice cream--and if too much of the ice cream is candy hearts, that doesn't interest me much--but a sprinkling? Yes, please.

Date: 2013-09-14 08:33 pm (UTC)
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I am planning on coming, and looking forward to it.

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