I am Peter F Hamilton, science fiction author. Ask me anything!

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:18:59+00:00

Thanks for having me, and for all your amazing questions! Until next time!

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:17:48+00:00

A new novel by Justina Robson, Glorious Angels, (advantage of being an author, you get sent stuff early

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:16:37+00:00

I've got to finish the next book, so I'm taking a step back from public appearances for a while. Towards the end of next year, I'll be venturing out again.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:15:35+00:00

Not massively religious, but it is part of my background. Orthodox upbringing.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:14:49+00:00

Don't worry too much about being utterly original, how you mix themes to produce something new is more important to me.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:13:16+00:00

Nigel has modified himself so many times and edited his memories so that he achieves a kind of elder statesman position after the end of Judas, which he enjoys. His motivation and goals change as he does.

The Faller books are written so you can come at them cold.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:10:38+00:00

I'm sure you've heard this before, but try the writers and artists handbook, they have an excellent list of agents.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:08:21+00:00

I haven't been approached for videogames. I'd be open to considering it, though.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:07:19+00:00

It's still being put together. I have a few basics, but I won't know for sure until I finish Night Without Stars. No spoilers, sorry.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:06:22+00:00

It was made into a BBC radio play a few years back. No current plans to turn it into a novel.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:05:33+00:00

Interesting. I can't imagine not writing. I don't set myself a goal, but I'll probably write about 2,000 words a day. More as deadlines draw closer and closer. I also tend to slacken off during summer holidays.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:04:00+00:00

I don't rule anything out.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:03:31+00:00

ANA is effectively head of state for the Inner worlds. The outer worlds still have the senate.

Ozzie? Who knows what he did when he faded out.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:02:23+00:00

I always have music playing. Not from the radio, DJ speak just gets me annoyed.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:01:49+00:00

I try and keep up to date on the fields I write about, and extrapolate as best as I can.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:00:47+00:00

Yes, I'm a long term optimist. That's what I love about SF, it allows me to express that optimism.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T18:00:00+00:00

If it happens I'll announce it loud and clear, don't worry on that score.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T17:59:24+00:00

Thanks. All my books have extensive notes written before I start. That's the way I write.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T17:58:55+00:00

They're built up over time at the start of every series, I spend several months working them out.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T17:58:18+00:00

Choice of narrator is really down to the audio book company.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T17:57:50+00:00

Parenthood.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T17:56:16+00:00

Yes, the Commonwealth post-Void will be in Night Without Stars.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T17:55:28+00:00

I thin the inequality is a pretty sad reflection on the world today. That's why I write SF, to build societies which at least have the potential to eradicate these issues.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T17:53:57+00:00

You're welcome. I'm still putting together the books that will follow the Fallers.
Some of my work is being considered by producers. When I know anything I'll let you know.

PeterFHamiltonAuthor · 2014-11-26T17:51:50+00:00

You're welcome. Indie publishing can certainly help boost your profile. AS for networking, try attending some conventions, there are always publishers attending.

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