Kevin Burk

The provided text is an excerpt from a Wikipedia article that defines science fiction and lists authors alphabetically. Science fiction is characterized as a speculative genre exploring futuristic and scientific concepts, such as artificial intelligence, space travel, and parallel universes, often examining humanity's reaction to technological advancements. The genre is related to fantasy and horror and encompasses numerous subgenres, with definitions often debated among experts. Notable subgenres include hard science fiction, focusing on scientific accuracy, and soft science fiction, which emphasizes social sciences. Other subgenres mentioned are cyberpunk, climate fiction, and space opera.

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