The article discusses the significant impact that Jewish authors have had on science fiction, noting that many of the genre's most influential figures share this heritage. While the writer emphasizes a focus on art and inspiration over the authors' backgrounds, they acknowledge the notable contributions of figures like Isaac Asimov and Frank Herbert. The piece is a personal reflection on how these authors shaped the genre and the writer's own journey in science fiction writing, while humorously touching on the challenges of researching the topic online.
"There’s a huge and undeniable percentage of the most influential SF authors who paved our way to the stars with their words and who also happened to share the same origin."
"I couldn’t care less about my favorite authors' ethnicity, religion, background, and stuff. I enjoy and find inspiration in art."
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