Science fiction (Sci-fi) is one of the most popular genres people love reading. It takes readers on an eventful journey of self-discovery, exploration, and transformation. These stories are based on imagination and creativity and answer some of the weirdest “what-if” questions, just like Ria’s quest for elemental powers being real and how they work in the book “Ria and the Domino Door“ by Justin Plato.
If you want to write a great sci-fi story, here are a few key elements you must consider before writing.
1. Sci-fi Is All About Ideas
What makes the sci-fi genre different from others is that the books are based on a great fictional idea with multiple plots and subplots. Before writing a sci-fi book for teenagers, you must have a good idea or, rather, a plot around which your story revolves. You must have a strong imagination about the world you’ll create with your characters. For instance, Justin Plato’s latest book, Ria and the Domino Door focuses on the question: “What would happen if a teenager were blessed with the power of air – an essential element?”
2. You Need a Good Story:
While a sci-fi story may seem other-worldly, you must ensure to make it relatable and worth reading. You should drive the story with an interesting and strong plot that triggers the readers’ curiosity and keeps them engaged until the very last page.
3. Work on World Building:
There is one common aspect in all sci-fi books – building an imaginary world and the characters that live in it. For instance, in some popular sci-fi stories, such as Dune, One Piece, Hyperion, etc., you can notice how the authors have set up an imaginary world with powerful characters that are also relatable to the readers. You must make the story interesting by highlighting a character’s instincts, habits, and powers in detail. You must drive the plot forward rather than just putting static characters into a dull world. Let your imagination work wonders.
4. Focus on your Characters
To write a great sci-fi story, you need to build and develop your characters thoroughly, with a keen attention to detail. Put these dynamic characters into your fictional world. Even a good plot will fall flat if you don’t build your characters. Before writing a sci-fi book for teenagers, work on your story’s protagonist, antagonist, and side characters. You must brainstorm about your character’s personalities, interests, and dislikes. Then, work on scenarios presenting interesting, engaging, and conflicting situations. Ask yourself these questions:
How would they interact? What emotions would they feel?
You must cover all the bases before you start writing a great sci-fi storybook. This practice will ensure you have a consistent plot with dynamic characters that respond to the twists and turns in your plot in such a way that the story becomes engaging and relatable for the readers.
Final Note
Science fiction is a complex yet interesting genre, so don’t be afraid to experiment with your words and find your own voice. Want to see how the four elements, earth, air, water, and fire, come together in a thrilling sci-fi adventure? Dive into Justin Plato’s Ria and the Domino Door and join Ria on her journey of evolution, self-discovery, and transformation.
