A Master Class with Kim Stanley Robinson

Join renowned science fiction author Kim Stanley Robinson for a master class and Q&A session on climate fiction, research processes, and the writing life on Thursday, September 21 at 3:00 pm. Drawing on his latest book—New York 2140, a vivid portrayal of life in New York City after a fifty-foot rise in sea levels—Robinson will share some of his strategies for using scientific research as an underpinning for creating convincing narrative structures and lush, believable worlds. How do we balance the need to convey information with the artistic demands of the creative process? How can plot, character, setting, and other literary devices be used to transcend exposition? Robinson will also share more general strategies and tips on the writing process.

As ample time will be provided for informal discussion, participants are encouraged to come ready with questions.

Location: Need help finding the Memorial Union? Here's a map. The Alumni Lounge is room 202, on the second floor.

Parking: Parking can be challenging on ASU's Tempe campus. We recommend that you use the Metro Light Rail to travel to the event, disembarking at the University Drive and Rural Road station. You can also use the Valley Metro bus system. Paid covered parking is available on campus at the Fulton Center Parking Garage, on S College Avenue, north of E University Drive, or the Apache Boulevard Garage, at the northeast corner of Apache Boulevard and Normal Avenue.