The Sound of Wonder: Interviews from the Science Fiction Radio Show, Vol. 1

Behind the Scenes of Science Fiction and Fantasy

Science fiction and fantasy come to life in this two-volume collection of interviews with authors, artists, movie critics, editors, and others in the field. Originally broadcast on a nationally syndicated radio show, the interviews have since been transcribed, compiled, and supplemented with additional material written by the authors.

Providing an extensive, in-depth look at this significant genre, THE SOUND OF WONDER reveals the value of science fiction/fantasy as futurist literature. The nature of the field requires creative, intelligent writers who work on and beyond the cutting edge of technology. Authors interviewed in these volumes reveal their commitment to the field, their characteristic themes, the sources of their ideas, and their methods of writing.

Volume 1 includes interviews with:
Stephen R. Donaldson
C.J. Cherryh
Hal Clement
Charles Harness
Theodore Sturgeon
Howard Waldrop
Jack Williamson
Rudy Rucker
Michael Whelan

Daryl Lane was a professor of English and chair of the Department of Literature and Languages at Odessa College, Texas. William Vernon is a jury consultant and was adjunct assistant professor of chemistry at UT Permian Basin in Texas. David Carson was CIO at Odessa College, Texas.