A reading group for science fiction/fantasy works with themes and
characters that provoke discussions about the concepts of gender and
sexuality.The sci-fi/fantasy genre allows us to intimately experience
worlds in which the rules/laws of our own world can be cast aside and
different structures, (biological, technological, psychological,
sociological, etc.) can be explored. Our intention is to read books
that fall into the general category of science fiction or fantasy,
expanding our selections as the group sees fit. Authors such as Octavia
Butler, Ursula LeGuin, and James Tiptree are examples, but there are no
set limitations on who we will read. The books we choose to read may
leave us feeling positive and affirmed, but they may also leave us
depressed or angry, hopefully they will always be thought-provoking, stimulating and challenging.