Write to the Point

Science Fiction as Emotional Metaphor: Writing a Novel as a Way of Thinking


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In this conversation, Tony is joined by Albertine Clarke, whose first novel, The Body Builders, is being published by Bloomsbury Press in February 2026. In addition to exploring the mind-bendingly original novel itself, Albertine and Tony discuss what makes the science fiction genre so special and unique; how reading and writing go hand-in-hand; tips on overcoming challenges of writing a massive project over months and years; and why writing fiction and receiving feedback is just so darn personal. Clarke is graduating from the University of Florida’s MFA program in Spring 2025.

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Write to the PointBy UF Writing Program