How to Share A Re-Imagined Sci-Fi Trilogy

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“The power of imagination makes us infinite.” – John Muir

Vicki Atkinson and I recently recorded a podcast conversation with someone with a remarkable resume. Wayne Runde is an author, physician and veteran US Navy Commander, Wayne Runde. How’s that for a combo?

Wayne tells us about his book, Shadow of the Deceiver, the third installment in The Genesis Trust series. It’s a re-imagining of Isaac Asimov’s Foundation Series. We hear about why he was called to start writing even with his busy schedule and a fascinating set of hobbies from gardening to developing software.

Vicki and I ask about the intersection of science, morality and humanity that is a cornerstone for his writing and stories. Wayne tells us where he finds inspirations for characters from his professional life and his personal interactions within his church community.

This is a great episode with an author that has done a fabulous job of reimagining this classic series. We know you’ll love it.

Here’s a clip of Wayne helping to connect the dots of how his disparate interests and hobbies come together:

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Links for this episode:

Transcript for How to Share a Reimagined Trilogy with Dr. Wayne Runde

Wayne Runde’s website

Shadow of the Deceiver: The Genesis Trust, Book 3 on Amazon and Barnes & Noble

From the hosts:

Vicki’s book about resilience and love: Surviving Sue; Blog: https://victoriaponders.com/

My book about my beloved father: Finding My Father’s Faith

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28 thoughts on “How to Share A Re-Imagined Sci-Fi Trilogy”

  2. It would be interested to know how Commander Runde’s role as.a physician and his Christian faith relate to his role as a member of the military. Thank you, Wynne and Vicki, as well as Dr. Runde.

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  4. The more I listened to Wayne and his multiple interests, the more I found myself thinking of my grandfather. He served in WWI, and he went on to become a professional artist, deft gardener, an engineer for projects like his beautiful fountain in his backyard, woodworker etc. I’ve called him a renaissance man, and I think Wayne is one too. I love his thought that many of his interests share creativity. What a mind this humble man carries (a trilogy of trilogies as an example.). He has so much to offer to others in so many capacities. Thanks Wynne and Vicki.

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    1. Oh, I love that his thread made you think of your grandfather’s. I can see why you’d relate them – a renaissance man is a great way to describe it. Thank you so much for listening, Melanie, and your fabulous insights!

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  6. I always love it when authors inject life lessons and morality into their writing. If I were to write fiction, that’s how I would approach it. What a great way to plant seeds !

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  7. I love this! I’m looking forward to listening. I’m a huge fan of stories at the intersection of science, morality and humanity, such as Ted Chiang’s.

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  8. how interesting, what a amazing intersection of values and interests, and I’m looking forward to seeing how Wayne aligns all of these in this books. this will quite a conversation, I have no doubt!

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  9. I’m always intrigued and inspired by people who have multiple careers and hobbies. It lends to more diverse sources to borrow from when thinking about writing and values. This sounds like a good sci-fi trilogy. Thanks for sharing Wayne’s work with us.

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  13. Wonderful conversation with Wayne, Wynne and Vicki. I do believe that science and faith can intersect and it’s so interesting to see a Christian overlay on science fiction – and how he opens each chapter with a quote from scripture. His life experiences and resume certainly provide fruitful ingredients for his characters and stories as well. Congrats on finishing his trilogy and good luck with the next chapter in his writing journey!

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