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David Prowse 'Much More Than Darth Vader,' Says Mark Hamill
Fans and celebrities pay tribute to the English actor, best known for his role as the antagonist in the film series' original trilogy.
'Star Wars' Writer Says Disney is Refusing to Pay Owed Royalties
"You owe me royalties on these books. You stopped paying them," author Alan Dean Foster wrote in a letter to Disney after the company allegedly refused to pay him royalties owed on "Star Wars" books he had written.
'The Expanse' Book 9 Titled 'Leviathan Falls,' Has 2021 Release Date
In a live-stream event, the duo behind the pen name James S.A. Corey revealed details about the upcoming final novel in "The Expanse" series.
'Star Trek: Discovery' Casts 'Last of Us Part II' Transgender Actor
Two new cast members will depict a non-binary and a transgender character in the next season of 'Star Trek: Discovery.'
Star Trek Is Back, Here's How Lucille Ball Once Actually Saved The Show
Despite not understanding the concept of the show at first, Ball was a key player in the series getting made.
'The Expanse' Author Knows Season 5 Release Date, Discusses Series End
In response to questions posed over social media, James S.A. Corey delved into the future of the series and the possibilities of spinoffs or prequel stories.
'Game of Thrones' Fans Want George R.R. Martin Imprisoned to Finish Book 6
Martin jokingly wrote that fans could imprison him if he didn't finish his latest book in time for New Zealand's Worldcon 2020, which began today. Now fans are trying to hold him to his word.
Authors Highlight Racial Pay Disparities With #PublishingPaidMe
Critically acclaimed black authors are offered advances that are sometimes shockingly lower than payments offered to white authors, a new hashtag promoting transparency reveals.
How to Watch Brandon Sanderson and More at TorCon Virtual Books Convention
A newly announced virtual books convention will host events featuring some of speculative fiction's biggest authors, including V.E. Schwab, Nnedi Okorafor and Brandon Sanderson.
The New 'Tenet' Trailer Already Has Christopher Nolan Fans Guessing
Nolan's next blockbuster thriller is supposedly coming to theaters on July 17, but that remains to be seen.
Talking Murderbot With 'Network Effect' Author Martha Wells
'The Murderbot Diaries' author Martha Wells describes to us Murderbot's favorite shows, the state of the Corporation Rim and what's up with extraterrestrial life in the series' first novel, 'Network Effect.'
Tweeting About #MayThe4th? Disney Wants to Make One Thing Clear First
The folks at Disney+ have some stipulations for anyone using the #MayThe4th hashtag to celebrate 'Star Wars' Day.
'The Expanse' Author Nixes Musical Episode Idea
James S.A. Corey has another sci-fi project coming after 'The Expanse,' but is it as likely to feature a singing space cowboy?
Today in Science Fiction: On April 16, a'Star Trek' Cold War
April 16 marks the first day of filming for the last good "Star Trek: The Original Series"' movie and the 274th anniversary of a battle that would become a sci-fi staple.
Greetings From the World of Tomorrow — It's Today in Science Fiction
April 15 marks a day in science that inspired science fiction forever. It's also the anniversary of one of the best episodes of 'Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.'
'The Ministry for the Future' By Kim Stanley Robinson Cover Reveal
Check out our exclusive cover reveal for bestselling science fiction author Kim Stanley Robinson's upcoming novel 'The Ministry for the Future.'
How 'Picard' Showrunner Michael Chabon Honored 'Star Trek's Past
'Star Trek: Picard' is set in 2399, further forward than any previous 'Star Trek' series, yet features beloved characters who haven't appeared on TV screens for decades. Here's how showrunner Michael Chabon balanced the past and a new, perilous future.
'The Expanse' Season 5 Wraps, Check Out Behind the Scenes Photos
Special trading cards were gifted to the cast and crew after they all wrapped principal photography.
How 'Star Trek: Picard' Put Data Back Together Again
After his death in 'Star Trek: Nemesis' Data's parts were auctioned and sold to collectors the world over. It was the job of 'Star Trek: Picard' prop master Jeff Lombardi to put all his pieces back in one place.
Why People Like Picard, According to Patrick Stewart
A new video featuring the cast and crew of "Star Trek: Picard" highlights the qualities that made the "Next Generation" captain a Starfleet legend.
Watch 'Star Trek: Picard' Online Free, Without CBS All Access
The first episode of 'Star Trek: Picard,' titled 'Remembrance,' is streaming online for free, but only for a limited time.
'The Expanse' Season 5 Casting Announcement Confirms Return of Clarissa Mao
Mao-Kwikowski Mercantile, or at least its prodigal daughter, will return in 'The Expanse' Season 5, representing new dangers to the system and the new U.N. government run by Nancy Gao.
New 'Star Wars' Movie Rumors: What is the High Republic?
What is the High Republic? New rumors suggest the next 'Star Wars' movies will be set hundreds of years before the events of the Original Trilogy.
How 'Little Joe' Director Jessica Hausner Reimagined 'Body Snatchers'
Hausner describes how her chilling new movie uses a brain-altering flower to mirror how humans wear masks for the benefit of others.
'The Expanse' Season 5 Filming Requires Some Elaborate Camerawork
"The Expanse" episode director Breck Eisner has shared on-set videos showcasing how the science fiction series captures zero gravity in motion.
'The Expanse' Season 4 World Premiere Is at New York Comic Con
"The Expanse" is coming to New York Comic Con, with the science fiction show's showrunner and cast appearing at the Javits Center after a world premiere screening of a Season 4 episode.
YouTuber and Hugo Nominee Lindsay Ellis Makes Her Fiction Debut
"Axiom's End," an alternate history science fiction novel, comes out from St. Martin's Press in summer 2020.
'A Wizard of Earthsea' Books Coming To TV, Will This Time Be Different?
Ursula K. Le Guin was unhappy with previous adaptations of her "Earthsea Cycle." Will a new series from Producer Jennifer Kent be any different?
Terrascope: Scientist Proposes Using Earth As a Massive Space Telescope
Three-foot telescope could be placed in an orbit over 220,000 miles from the surface of the planet.
Why is Netflix Canceling The OA? Petition Launched as Brit Marling Reacts
"We collectively pledge for The OA to be given a chance to finish her story because we were all listening, so very closely," fans appealed to Netflix in a Change.org petition.