From the people who brought you “Finding Serenity,” now there are even more insights, observations, and musings on our favorite folks. “Serenity Found: More Unauthorized Essays on Joss Whedon’s Firefly Universe,” edited by Jane Espenson with a preface by Joss himself. Like the last book, this is a collection of works examining aspects of the ‘verse, both silly and scholarly (and, occasionally, both). It’s due out Oct. 1, but it’s already showing up at Barnes & Noble and Amazon has it in stock.
This follow-up to Finding Serenity takes the examination of Joss Whedon’s canceled cult favorite even further, addressing the events of the film Serenity as well as offering even more thought-provoking, fascinating, and far-thinking essays on the Firefly universe. Contributors include actor Nathan Fillion, who played Captain Mal Reynolds, as well as noted science fiction writer Orson Scott Card. Behind-the-scenes details are explored, including why Firefly makes such a good platform for the upcoming Multiverse online game (with an essay written by Multiverse executive producer Corey Bridges), while other essays examine recurring issues from both the series and the movie, such as the Alliance’s hatred of science, the role of smart-mouthed women, and the real reason the Firefly universe has no aliens.
There are also essays from FX guru Loni Peristere, chick-lit author Shanna Swendson, and more!
$17.95, paperback, 256 pages, from BenBella Books’ SmartPop line. Order it now from Amazon or directly from BenBella Books.
And check back, cuz I’ll be posting a review very soon and there may be some surprises coming.
The first book was a very interesting and thought provoking read – a lot better than I expected! This new book sounds even better than the last one – I’m pre-ordering this bad boy when it becomes available in the UK!
If you haven’t got the current book – Finding Serenity, don’t sit on the fence – get it today, you won’t regret it! 🙂
It’ll be great to read fellow Browncoat Shanna Swendson’s essay–I’m just reading her new novel (Damsel under Stress) and highly recommend it as well!