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Steve Erickson

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Steve Erickson
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Full Name and Common Aliases


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Steve Erikson is a Canadian-American author of science fiction, fantasy, and horror novels.

Birth and Death Dates


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Born on April 24, 1955. Still active in writing.

Nationality and Profession(s)


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Canadian-American author.

Early Life and Background


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Erickson was born in New York City to a family of artists and writers. He spent his early years traveling the world with his parents, eventually settling in Canada. This diverse upbringing had a profound influence on his writing style, which often blends elements of science fiction, fantasy, and horror.

Growing up, Erickson was fascinated by mythology and folklore from around the world. He developed a passion for storytelling, drawing inspiration from these cultural traditions. After studying literature at university, he began to write seriously, publishing his first novel in 1991.

Major Accomplishments


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Erickson's breakthrough novel, The Golem, was published in 2000 and received critical acclaim. The book's unique blend of mythology, science fiction, and horror elements captivated readers worldwide. This success was followed by numerous other novels, including Tombs of Atuan (2003) and Shadows Over Baker Street (2009).

Notable Works or Actions


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Some notable works include:

_The Golem_ (2000)
 _Tombs of Atuan_ (2003)
* _Shadows Over Baker Street_ (2009)

Erickson has also edited several anthologies, including Lovecraft Unhinged and Masters of the Macabre.

Impact and Legacy


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Steve Erickson's work has had a significant impact on the science fiction and fantasy genres. His innovative storytelling style has influenced numerous authors, including China Miéville and Jeff VanderMeer. Erickson's exploration of mythological themes continues to captivate readers worldwide.

Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered


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Steve Erickson is widely quoted for his insightful commentary on the role of mythology in modern storytelling. His unique blend of science fiction, fantasy, and horror elements has made him a celebrated author within the genre.

Quotes by Steve Erickson

Though energy and inspiration diminish, experience grows – the theme of parents and kids, for instance.
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Though energy and inspiration diminish, experience grows – the theme of parents and kids, for instance.
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I write almost purely by instinct. I’ve never made an outline.
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I write almost purely by instinct. I’ve never made an outline.
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In LA, you think you’re making something up, but it’s making you up.
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In LA, you think you’re making something up, but it’s making you up.
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To me experimental fiction ultimately is about the experiment and I’m not interested in experiments for their own sake.
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To me experimental fiction ultimately is about the experiment and I’m not interested in experiments for their own sake.
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As the twentieth century was about politics, which is to say survival, the twenty-first is about God, which is to say oblivion, a subject his country is profoundly unprepared to contemplate.
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As the twentieth century was about politics, which is to say survival, the twenty-first is about God, which is to say oblivion, a subject his country is profoundly unprepared to contemplate.
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The human heart commits its greatest treachery by healing. It commits its greatest treachery by surviving the love that was supposed to last forever, that was supposed to be the heart’s burden into eternity, only for that burden to be laid down by too much time and, worse, too much banality, too much of everything that’s beneath love, not good enough for love.
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The human heart commits its greatest treachery by healing. It commits its greatest treachery by surviving the love that was supposed to last forever, that was supposed to be the heart’s burden into eternity, only for that burden to be laid down by too much time and, worse, too much banality, too much of everything that’s beneath love, not good enough for love.
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The material dictates the approach. I tell the stories in the way that feels natural to tell them. Certainly the last thing I want is to be “difficult.”
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The material dictates the approach. I tell the stories in the way that feels natural to tell them. Certainly the last thing I want is to be “difficult.”
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This was the day his life split in two. Her name was Kara.
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This was the day his life split in two. Her name was Kara.
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I’m my own “ideal reader” in the sense that I write novels that I would want to read.
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I’m my own “ideal reader” in the sense that I write novels that I would want to read.
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You are surrounded by signs,” she said. “Ignore none of them.
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You are surrounded by signs,” she said. “Ignore none of them.
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