The World Science Fiction Convention has come to an end, and groups of people are pouring out in front of the New York Science Fiction Museum.
Isaac Asimov and Heinlein shook hands with the dialect and said goodbye, with words of encouragement:
"Although you did not win the award today, the level and imagination displayed by "Artificial Intelligence" are obvious to everyone..."
"Yes, "Artificial Intelligence" is a bit of a pity, but I believe you will win the Nebula Award and the Hugo Award sooner or later. For example, you mentioned 'The Dark Forest'. If you use this theory as the core, you can create one or two films that predict the future." The work of cosmic space fantasy will definitely amaze the world! ”
"Speaking of which."
Fang Yan said that he had discussed it with Jason Epstein and was ready to write.
Heinlein, Isaac Asimov and others looked at each other and smiled when they heard the good news.
"Okay! It's really great!"
"We are very much looking forward to seeing your novel as soon as possible! Well, have you ever thought about giving the novel a tentative codename or title?"
"Three-body!"
Without waiting for Dialect to speak, Mike answered eagerly.
Until now, Lin Qingxia still can't figure out the profound meaning of this name, but it doesn't bother the giants of science fiction literature such as Heinlein and Isaac Asimov. In almost a moment, she immediately thought of "Centaur" α", and then turned his attention to dialect for verification.
"You are right."
Dialect says that the "Three-Body Problem" in the book's title refers to the extraterrestrial civilization galaxy set by himself, and its prototype refers to Alpha Centauri.
Lin Qingxia's clear eyes were filled with confusion. After asking, she found out that Alpha Centauri is a system composed of three stars. The "α" in the name means that this star is the brightest star in the Centauri constellation. , but it is impossible to distinguish this Samsung system with the naked eye.
"Alpha Centauri is the closest star to our solar system, and this star is also called Proxima Centauri."
Mike explained: "If we want to go to Proxima Centauri in the future, the distance will only be 4.24 light-years."
Lin Qingxia suddenly understood. Faced with the large-scale universe that is tens of thousands or hundreds of thousands of light years away from the solar system, a mere 4 light years seems to be within the reach of human beings. And she finally figured out that this extraterrestrial civilization is Living in a galaxy with three stars.
"If our neighbor star happens to have some Earth-like planets, some civilizations happened to be born on them, and their technology tree happens to be a little higher than that of current humans, does that mean that we and this three-body alien will fall into a 'dark forest'? 'In the chain of suspicion? ”
Fang Yan smiled. Alpha Centaur has always been a hot topic in the field of science fiction works, and a large number of alien civilizations chose to be born there.
In addition to "The Three-Body Problem", the Na'vi in "Avatar" also set their civilization near Alpha Centauri.
This is even more remarkable in interstellar science fiction games. Alpha Centauri is also the "first port of call" for interstellar travel. When the earth's population explodes in the future, interstellar development and colonization activities will often occur here, such as " Alpha Centauri".
"But Alpha Centauri is a stable star system, not in a chaotic state as you said."
Isaac Asimov stroked his beard.
Dialect said: "It is precisely because the Trisolaran people are facing a crisis of survival and development that they are more eager to get the earth."
"Yes, that's what Fang said. Survival and development are the first importance of civilization."
Heinlein smiled and said: "This is exactly the motivation of the Trisolarans to invade and colonize the earth! It is reasonable and convincing!"
"It's just that I still can't imagine how the Trisolarans can survive when the three suns are rotating in a chaotic state."
Isaac Asimov couldn't help but sigh: "This really touches the blind spot of my knowledge and imagination!"
Fang Yan smiled knowingly: "I can't say this. It's like guessing a riddle. It's boring once you say it."
"That's the truth, but the more you say it, the more impatient I can't wait to watch "The Three-Body Problem." With an open setting, the book "Three-Body Problem" is vaguely worthy of the Nebula Award and the Hugo Award. It also shares some experiences of aliens invading the earth to prevent "Three-Body Problem" from falling into clichés.
"I've written it down, thank you for your advice."
Fang Yan nodded.
"I saw you devoted yourself to new science fiction literature so quickly, without being affected by the failure of "Artificial Intelligence"."
Isaac Asimov patted him on the shoulder, "Robert and I feel more relieved now."
"It is definitely impossible to say it has no impact."
Fang Yan said: "But compared to whether I won the award this time, I am more concerned about the World Science Fiction Convention."
Heinlein couldn't help but be surprised, "Do you, China, want to apply to host the World Science Fiction Convention?"
Dialect said that although Chinese science fiction literature has just started, with the strong rise of "Science Fiction World", science fiction literature that had fallen into a trough has gradually turned from decline to prosperity, passed a difficult period of survival, and entered a critical period of development.
Now if we can win the right to host the World Science Fiction Conference and integrate Chinese science fiction with the world, we can immediately set off a science fiction craze in the country!
“I didn’t expect you, Fang, to be the editor of China’s largest science fiction magazine!”
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Isaac Asimov was doubly surprised.
“I wonder what are the requirements for applying to the World Science Fiction Convention?”
Fang Yan asked: "Can I apply in the name of Science Fiction World Publishing House?"
Heinlein said that the Nebula Awards ceremony will only be held in New York, USA.
Global science fiction events such as the World Science Fiction Convention and the International Science Fiction Professional Association Annual Meeting have always been very popular. Often, after about two years, the World Science Fiction Association will hold a conference at the end of the year, and similar science fiction literary associations around the world will The organization will send a delegation, and then, just like the Olympic Games host selection, the venue for the World Science Fiction Convention will be selected in the next two years through voting.
And just at the end of this year, the World Science Fiction Convention has reached a point of competition between you and me.
"The World Science Fiction Association will indeed give priority to countries and cities that have not yet hosted an event but are passionate about science fiction literature."
Isaac Asimov said: “But the ability to host and whether the conference can be successfully held will also be considered as an important reference.”
"Of course there is no problem with this. "Science Fiction World" established China's first 'Galaxy Award' specifically awarded to science fiction literary works."
Dialect said: "This is the highest recognized award for science fiction literature in China. It is also the most authoritative and oldest science fiction award in China."
"Yeah, that's really great!"
Heinlein was surprised and delighted, "If China really plans to bid for the World Science Fiction Convention, I am willing to do my little bit."
"Me too."
Isaac Asimov and others also expressed their support. Not only did they introduce the bidding process in detail, including the materials required for the bid, problems encountered, etc., they also suggested that it would be best to hold a vote at the end of the year when the World Science Fiction Association held the " The "Science Fiction World" publishing house can carry a group of Chinese science fiction writers' novels in English translation, and then distribute them to other delegations participating in the voting, so that more people can understand Chinese science fiction literature and canvass votes.
"Thank you!"
Fang Yan said: "Regardless of whether I can apply for the World Science Fiction Convention or not, I would like to thank you on behalf of the comrades of "Science Fiction World"!"
"You don't have to be so polite. After all, we are all looking forward to the day when the World Science Fiction Conference will be held in China!"
Heinlein, Isaac Asimov and others looked at each other and smiled, their eyes full of expectation. (End of chapter)