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“What it suggests to us is that, when they’re reading the story they’re building simulations in their heads of events that are described by the story. And so there’s an important sense that, as they build that simulation, that it’s significantly like being there.”

“… Language itself is a form of virtual reality.”

Two quick writing links

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First, I’m sure Nick Mamatas will mock this article as soon as he hears about it. I haven’t finished it yet (I’m at work) but so far it looks interesting.

This Letter to an MFA is a very interesting little treatise on creating a story. It’s short, too. Check it out.

Both links above are from here. You’re welcome.

And, because I know you’re all dying to know, I received my notes on the book three proposal today. They’re good, too, and not at all what I was expecting. I can’t respond to them here, though, so I have a lot to do tonight.