Quote by Rudy Rucker

Some ideas you have to chew on, then roll them around a lot, play with them before you can turn them into funky science fiction.

Some ideas you have to chew on, then roll them around a lot,

Summary

This quote suggests that in order to create unique and imaginative science fiction concepts, one must spend time contemplating and exploring various ideas. Much like chewing on food before it can be properly digested, the ideas need to be thoroughly examined and manipulated. By doing so, one can transform these ideas into captivating and unconventional elements within the genre of science fiction, bringing a fresh and "funky" perspective to their storytelling.

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