Reading order
| # | Title | Published | Author | Buy on Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Turtle Moves! | 2008 | Lawrence Watt-Evans | Buy |
| 2 | Mind Candy | 2013 | Lawrence Watt-Evans | Buy |
Lawrence Watt-Evans has published two non-fiction books. The Turtle Moves! (2008) is an unofficial guide to Terry Pratchett’s Discworld series, examining the novels, characters, and recurring themes of one of fantasy’s most beloved fictional worlds. As a longtime fan and fellow fantasy author, Watt-Evans brings both appreciation and critical insight to the subject.
Mind Candy (2013) is a collection of essays on various topics in science fiction and fantasy. The pieces cover everything from writing craft to fandom to the genre’s history, drawn from Watt-Evans’s decades of experience as both a reader and a working author.
Both books are aimed at genre fans who enjoy thinking about the fiction they read. They show a different side of Watt-Evans from his novels and short stories, revealing the critical and analytical mind behind the creative work.