Quote by Philip K. Dick

This is why I love SF. I love to read it; I love to write it. The SF writer sees not just possibilities but wild possibilities. It's not just What if... It's My God; what if... In frenzy and hysteria.

This is why I love SF. I love to read it; I love to write it

Summary

This quote highlights the writer's passion for science fiction (SF). They express their love for both reading and writing SF, emphasizing the genre's ability to explore imaginative and unconventional ideas. The quote captures the essence of SF's limitless potential, portraying the SF writer as someone who doesn't simply ask "what if," but rather dares to envision extraordinary possibilities with fervor and unchecked excitement. The use of words like "wild possibilities," "My God," and "frenzy and hysteria" amplifies the sense of awe and wonder that SF brings to both the writer and the reader.

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By Philip K. Dick

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