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Which seminal author supported themselves with a job as a potato chip inspector?

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The future is here.

A new Amazon deal may lead to adaptations of work by Robert Heinlein, Greg Bear, and other acclaimed authors.

The author shares why he's fascinated by time travel, and talks the upcoming adaptation of "Needle in a Timestack." 

The studio is reportedly developing at least four new series set within the Star Trek universe—including one that may involve Patrick Stewart.

Di-no what to watch tonight? Hold onto your butts: this dinosaur movies guide has all the recommendations you could possibly need. 

A new show reveals the unbelievable true story of Jack Parsons, sex magician and pioneering rocket scientist. 

Winter is coming — and so is a new show.

You’re going to wish you could fast-forward to the premiere.

The galaxy far, far away is now more ubiquitous than ever before. With an endless stream of content on the horizon, can Star Wars still be a major event?

These blockbuster disaster movies should be taken with grain of salt the size of The Rock.

An intimate look at the late literary icon.  

Goonies trivia will never say die. 

It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door.

Archive 81's Marc Sollinger reveals how he uses sound to tell an unforgettable fantasy story. 

These events offer all the camaraderie and excitement of a huge con — without the exhausting crowds. 

The Maryland convention celebrates the best in science and sci-fi—and right now they're offering a 20% discount to Portalist readers! 

We've partnered with Escape Velocity to give away 6 weekend passes to the Maryland con, a $75 voucher, and a book bundle signed by Greg Bear.

You'll fall for these bloody good tales of undead lust and longing.