I have time on my hands today and I read your post earlier. I am still not sure what it is you want, no reply as yet so I will dip in and guess.happyhacker said:I am writing a (hard!) Sci-Fi novel and am considering capturing some of my research in references. I would welcome any suggestions as to online resources that pull together across all science (+ physics) disciplines the sort of subject materials I would likely need. Idea is to focus somehow when I have a particular idea to follow. As an example vox.com may be a suitable news source.
I am writing a sci-fi plot also, set in 1909 on an alien planet called the Xanadu Wastelands with a 1930s equivalent level of technology. An asteroid struck the planet on 1/16/1909, 148 km from New Spork City. I plan on using sources from science research papers. You can find articles without a paywall quite easily using some tricks or a journal downloader (not gonna say the name of the website). Given my asteroid diameter of 164.4 m, and a collision speed of 17 km/s, I calculated the tsunami height to be 5-8 meters using a few articles. That would probably flood parts of the coastal city of New Spork.happyhacker said:I am writing a (hard!) Sci-Fi novel and am considering capturing some of my research in references. I would welcome any suggestions as to online resources that pull together across all science (+ physics) disciplines the sort of subject materials I would likely need. Idea is to focus somehow when I have a particular idea to follow. As an example vox.com may be a suitable news source.
References in a fictional novel are allusions or mentions of real people, events, or places in a work of fiction. These references can add depth and context to the story and help readers make connections to the real world.
Authors may include references in their novels for a variety of reasons. It can add authenticity to the story, provide historical or cultural context, or make a statement about a current issue or topic. References can also be used to pay homage to other works or authors.
References in a fictional novel can affect the reader in different ways. They can enhance the reader's understanding and enjoyment of the story, make them think critically about the themes and messages being conveyed, or evoke emotions and memories related to the referenced real world elements.
There are no strict rules for including references in a fictional novel, but authors should be mindful of copyright laws and avoid using real people or events in a defamatory or offensive manner. It is also important to ensure that the references are relevant and add value to the story.
Yes, references in a fictional novel can be used to support the author's message or theme. By referencing real world elements, the author can make a stronger case for their message or theme and provide evidence or examples to support their ideas. However, it is important for the references to be used in a meaningful and relevant way to avoid seeming forced or contrived.