Quote by Octavia Butler

So fantasy was fine early on, and when I discovered science fiction, I was very happy with it, because my first interest in science fiction came with an interest in astronomy.

So fantasy was fine early on, and when I discovered science

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This quote suggests that the speaker initially enjoyed fantasy literature and later found a similar level of satisfaction in science fiction. The speaker specifically mentions that their interest in science fiction was sparked by a fascination with astronomy. This suggests that the scientific aspects and exploration of the universe found in science fiction novels align with their personal interest in astronomy. Overall, the quote highlights the speaker's progression from fantasy to science fiction as their interests and curiosities evolved.

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By Octavia Butler

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