I’d like to see what you could do with human colonization of another planet from the point of view of an intelligent alien species native to that planet that is so far removed from what we expect life to look and behave like that the human settlers don’t even recognize the aliens as a life form.
@@jeffreynerdin3522 That's a really intriguing suggestion, Jeffrey. Thanks. That'll require a bit too much thought to pull off for this month's audience topic next week, but I'll definitely put it on the table for next month's!
@@RoweLit I have a couple notions about how it might come together, if you’re interested, but I’m curious to see what you’d come up with. Loving your stuff.
50 years of reading science fiction, all kinds of science fiction, this story is a real gem. When combined with the totality of the universe it is set within, a truly impressive work.
i'm so glad i found your channel P.E. Rowe. I've never seen anyone EVER represent autistics and psychopaths as protagonists. (Also, trauma survivors who have become functionally autistic or psychopath.) And really try to express the process of making human connections for that group. I've come to realize; the majority are functionally linear. Always trying to make the longest connections between point A and point B that they can. I call this group 'linear people' The autistics, psychopaths, I call 'the disruptors' because they move in a variety of non-linear directions. The psychopaths often zigzag in a forward direction. The autistics often move in any direction, sometimes circles, sometimes backwards. The trauma survivors often used to be linear people who are now stalled or moving non-linear. For my part, the distinction has let me forgive the linear people for not being patient, or sometimes kind to the disruptors. I don't think they can sometimes. They need to always get back on track as quickly as they can. And they're trying to get everyone else on track. I'm high functioning but extremely autistic. So, i move in any direction the muse takes me. I've learned, through trial and error, to move my own way and get out of the way of the linear people when they need to move in their straight lines. They have a right to their path too. So, most important about your work to me; is I've never seen anyone try to express how the disruptors and the linear people can try to get along together and (at least functionally) understand each other. You're work is very constructive writing and very human. It giv3s the perspective more like a journey together than an unnecessary conflict
Thanks, Jason! That means a lot 🙏 I'm of the mind as both a writer and person that all types of people (and therefore characters) are/can be interesting and important, and that it's the writer's job then to recognize the context in which that happens. Then it's a question of being respectful to the character (and thus the reader). That's the hope and the goal anyway. So glad you're enjoying my work 😃
I just discovered this channel. I am a 50 year old lifetime fan of good science fiction. I’ve ready many of the best, a few of the worst and uncountable authors in between. This is very good science fiction. Thank you for bringing a valuable experience to my life.
Thank you, Jeffrey, for those kind words! And I'm so glad you found the channel! Welcome. Responses like yours are what keep me writing, revising, and editing late into the night before upload day! So thank your for the fuel tonight 😃😃
that's maybe the greatest love story ever written... let's don't bother comparing. There's more than a few out there. And, it's subjective :) it is for sure a very wise insight to the motivations of devotion, and companionship... I can't think of anything better than a mouse and a robot enjoying sports night together. They both worked pretty hard and endured so much together to be able to enjoy that 'little pleasure'
I wanted to reach out and thank you for all of the work that you do I had an eye injury that kept me housebound for a few days as I was unable to keep either eye open for more than a few minutes at a time. Finding your channel made those days go by so much quicker- Id lay on my couch next to my dog and we'd listen to a few of your stories together. I think she liked them too. Ill always hold that memory close to my heart Thanks again!
Thanks, Joey! That's what it's all about 😃Hanging with the dog is not the worst way to spend a day! Glad the stories helped to pass that tough time more smoothly.
I am SO impressed with the characters, stories, and the narration! Dude! You bring these characters to life, so effectively, that it has improved my life ( which is spent listening to lots of audio fiction, since these eyes of a lifelong mega-reader have gone bad). P.E., you are making my world a better place. Thank you!
Wow! Thanks, Tom 🙏 I can't think of a higher aspiration for any occupation. A very high bar for any artist. It genuinely brings me joy to hear you're enjoying my stories so much 😃
As someone who has spent a life (when not reading) caring for animals, large and small, including humans: I loved the sentiment of this story. A Velveteen Rabbit by any other name is just as sweet. ❤ thanks.
Wandering again through your vast, timeless worlds. This story is so poignant, full of sorrow and sorrow healed. I am moved to tears for the tender hearts of the characters. Thank you, once again for the beauty, the magic and the rich tapestry of your imagination. Many blessings as you reach forward to take hold of whatever the coming year brings you. You bring us joy P E Rowe.
Thank you , Cecile, for the kind and thoughtful comments, as well as the good wishes. I'll be writing the best story I can each week in 2024, which seems like a good plan 😃
Absolutely fantastic, I really enjoyed this one! I've become very attached to the characters 🤣 Any chance you could take us on another adventure with them, if not a mini series ??? Excellent work 👏 👏👏👏👏👏 ✌💚 🇬🇧
Cheers, Les! Glad you enjoyed Mouse. It's one of my favorites. I haven't thought of a sequel, but I'll definitely not rule it out. If the boss/muse compels it, I'll comply!
I heard the prequel an hour ago. Now hearing this I think you may be the writer in this time who will be referred to as the greatest science fiction writer of the time. The feeling I have now is similar to one I had nearly 60 years ago when I started reading RA Heinlein’s writing. In some ways your writing makes me think of him first followed immediately by I Asimov. RAH for the depth of character development even in an hour long short story and IA for the futuristic thinking. In case you are not moved by those two writers I consider this to be the best compliment I can give a writer in this genre. Then again, I am only a “reader”. Thank you for sharing through your stories. You have just made my world a slightly more hopeful place. InscrutableJohn
Thank you, John 🙏 Truly, I am moved, both by your comparison and those writers. Especially, since to me, the reader's opinion/experience is most important. I'm proud and humbled to hear my writing is making that kind of impact with you. I'm right back to business, though, as Thursday rolls around fast! 😃
Another good one Mr. Rowe. The story certaimly fit the reader-suggestion: rogue planet/unusual friendship...but the story, well that was all you 😊. You used fiction and science to capture something that was neither..so good job.
Certainly a revisit here is warranted after listening to Codename Archimedes. I love to enjoy these stories separately and then again in a chronology that follows either a character or a plot. (Mix and match to my mood) My secret to patience while awaiting Thursday.
Thanks, Tara! Sometimes its fun for me too when I have to go back for research (like for Archimedes). I don't often have time to revisit but I'm glad I did this week 🐭😃
Mouse is my favourite story of yours to date .... well done my friend ... the father’s of sci fi would be impressed.... keep up the good work ... Luke Aussie salvage ⚓️
Loved the story. Another Story line? I’ve always wondered what cat and dogs would think when they met their robotic, then android, then sentient counterparts. Keep up the good work.
Thanks, glad you loved it! Certainly far down the line from many of the main Battery stories. Not sure when/if we might return to this era, but the story certainly leaves the door open.
@@RoweLit There are writers who find themselves having to rely on complex explanations, expressions, and/or twists to relay the human condition, don't get me wrong, I greatly appreciate them and understand the necessity those writers find themselves in, but you my friend (and I hope I'm not being too forward as seeing you as such) have a natural gift in doing it in relatable and easy manner. Kudos. Glad I found your channel.
AMazing. This story calls out for a thread of it;s own. ;) Self taught/induced sentience in a rabbit... er, robot. and a talking mouse??? Awesome creation ability you engage, friend.
When I was studying neuroanatomy, the professor often discussed other mammals, and given their use in psychology and other lab experiments, researchers knew a lot about the mouse brain in particular, and what cortex they had (if I remember correctly) held some overwhelmingly large proportion dedicated to smelling. I think my allergies may blind me to half the universe 😂
Well, it has to be said, after day to day coping with the upside down clown world we live in, I have come to almost rely on my dose of the universe I prefer to spend time in. The gift of creation from the mind of Rowe should not go unrewarded…..the gods don’t pay debts with money, whatever it ends up as, Rowe will have it by the wagonload.
I definitely don't get paid in money (yet) Philip 😂 At least not substantially so. I'm pretty sure I get paid in stories 😁 Thanks, as always for the kind words 😃🙏
Let me know what topic you'd like me to write about next!
Thanks to everyone for their suggestions!
A Sci-fi horror, maybe vampires would be cool
Everything post-human I like :P
I’d like to see what you could do with human colonization of another planet from the point of view of an intelligent alien species native to that planet that is so far removed from what we expect life to look and behave like that the human settlers don’t even recognize the aliens as a life form.
@@jeffreynerdin3522 That's a really intriguing suggestion, Jeffrey. Thanks. That'll require a bit too much thought to pull off for this month's audience topic next week, but I'll definitely put it on the table for next month's!
@@RoweLit I have a couple notions about how it might come together, if you’re interested, but I’m curious to see what you’d come up with. Loving your stuff.
50 years of reading science fiction, all kinds of science fiction, this story is a real gem. When combined with the totality of the universe it is set within, a truly impressive work.
Thank you, Daisy! I'm proud of this one 😃🙏
i'm so glad i found your channel P.E. Rowe.
I've never seen anyone EVER represent autistics and psychopaths as protagonists. (Also, trauma survivors who have become functionally autistic or psychopath.) And really try to express the process of making human connections for that group.
I've come to realize; the majority are functionally linear. Always trying to make the longest connections between point A and point B that they can. I call this group 'linear people'
The autistics, psychopaths, I call 'the disruptors' because they move in a variety of non-linear directions.
The psychopaths often zigzag in a forward direction.
The autistics often move in any direction, sometimes circles, sometimes backwards.
The trauma survivors often used to be linear people who are now stalled or moving non-linear.
For my part, the distinction has let me forgive the linear people for not being patient, or sometimes kind to the disruptors.
I don't think they can sometimes. They need to always get back on track as quickly as they can.
And they're trying to get everyone else on track.
I'm high functioning but extremely autistic. So, i move in any direction the muse takes me. I've learned, through trial and error, to move my own way and get out of the way of the linear people when they need to move in their straight lines. They have a right to their path too.
So, most important about your work to me; is I've never seen anyone try to express how the disruptors and the linear people can try to get along together and (at least functionally) understand each other.
You're work is very constructive writing and very human. It giv3s the perspective more like a journey together than an unnecessary conflict
Thanks, Jason! That means a lot 🙏 I'm of the mind as both a writer and person that all types of people (and therefore characters) are/can be interesting and important, and that it's the writer's job then to recognize the context in which that happens. Then it's a question of being respectful to the character (and thus the reader). That's the hope and the goal anyway. So glad you're enjoying my work 😃
Appeal to our humanity? I can only hope. Good story, thanks.
Thanks, Ralph! 🙏
That was the best story I have ever heard, I was worried about the mouse 🐁. Thanks for a happy ending. Looking forward to more of your work.
Thanks for the high praise, Mark! For the record, I was worried about Mouse all week while I was writing :)
Fantastic. Brilliant.
More like this would be very cool
I just discovered this channel. I am a 50 year old lifetime fan of good science fiction. I’ve ready many of the best, a few of the worst and uncountable authors in between. This is very good science fiction. Thank you for bringing a valuable experience to my life.
Thank you, Jeffrey, for those kind words! And I'm so glad you found the channel! Welcome. Responses like yours are what keep me writing, revising, and editing late into the night before upload day! So thank your for the fuel tonight 😃😃
Another really clever Sci-fi story, thankyou.
A classic. Respect and friendship make the world go round.
Thanks, Vicki. Too True!
A sentient computer, a talking mouse and a human in need. Now that's science fiction with a twist! Thank You for a heart-warming story.
Cheers, Charles. I'm glad you enjoyed it. This might be my favorite of all these stories.
that's maybe the greatest love story ever written...
let's don't bother comparing. There's more than a few out there. And, it's subjective :)
it is for sure a very wise insight to the motivations of devotion, and companionship...
I can't think of anything better than a mouse and a robot enjoying sports night together. They both worked pretty hard and endured so much together to be able to enjoy that 'little pleasure'
Thanks, Jason! Very proud of this one, as it has special meaning for me too. So glad you enjoyed it so much 🙏
I wanted to reach out and thank you for all of the work that you do
I had an eye injury that kept me housebound for a few days as I was unable to keep either eye open for more than a few minutes at a time.
Finding your channel made those days go by so much quicker- Id lay on my couch next to my dog and we'd listen to a few of your stories together. I think she liked them too. Ill always hold that memory close to my heart
Thanks again!
Thanks, Joey! That's what it's all about 😃Hanging with the dog is not the worst way to spend a day! Glad the stories helped to pass that tough time more smoothly.
I'm commenting on every story in this playlist in the hope that someone will come up with a map and glossary 😊
I am SO impressed with the characters, stories, and the narration!
Dude! You bring these characters to life, so effectively, that it has improved my life ( which is spent listening to lots of audio fiction, since these eyes of a lifelong mega-reader have gone bad).
P.E., you are making my world a better place. Thank you!
Wow! Thanks, Tom 🙏 I can't think of a higher aspiration for any occupation. A very high bar for any artist. It genuinely brings me joy to hear you're enjoying my stories so much 😃
lovin your stories mate, im listening to 2 or 3 a night now, im 78 years old and i think they,re great. !!🐭😁😁🐭🐭
Thanks, Mel! Glad to hear it 😃
As someone who has spent a life (when not reading) caring for animals, large and small, including humans: I loved the sentiment of this story. A Velveteen Rabbit by any other name is just as sweet. ❤ thanks.
Cheers, Kitka! Glad you enjoyed this one 😃🐁
The future of mouse.
Cheers, Charles😃🐁
@@RoweLit thanks I listen to your stories every day
@@CharlesNewton-i2e Thanks, Charles! Glad you're enjoying them!
I liked this a lot. A quiet little tale of the best and worst in humanity.
Glad you did, Heidi! Thanks!
Wandering again through your vast, timeless worlds.
This story is so poignant, full of sorrow and sorrow healed. I am moved to tears for the tender hearts of the characters. Thank you, once again for the beauty, the magic and the rich tapestry of your imagination.
Many blessings as you reach forward to take hold of whatever the coming year brings you.
You bring us joy P E Rowe.
Thank you , Cecile, for the kind and thoughtful comments, as well as the good wishes. I'll be writing the best story I can each week in 2024, which seems like a good plan 😃
Warmth, that is what I feel about this story. Thank you.
Thanks, Mario! Glad to hear it 🐁😃
Very heartwarming and enjoyable, thank you so very much.
Cheers, David! One of my favorites 😀
Like a fairytale. Loved it
Thanks, Saulius! One of my favorites 😃
Absolutely fantastic, I really enjoyed this one!
I've become very attached to the characters 🤣
Any chance you could take us on another adventure with them, if not a mini series ???
Excellent work
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✌💚 🇬🇧
Cheers, Les! Glad you enjoyed Mouse. It's one of my favorites. I haven't thought of a sequel, but I'll definitely not rule it out. If the boss/muse compels it, I'll comply!
Deep and thoughtful. That will make a good movie
Thanks, Robert! Maybe someday 😃
I cry at least 1time per story THANKs PE
One of the best stories I've heard ❤️ thank you
Thanks, JD! 🙏 Really glad you enjoyed it 😃
I heard the prequel an hour ago. Now hearing this I think you may be the writer in this time who will be referred to as the greatest science fiction writer of the time. The feeling I have now is similar to one I had nearly 60 years ago when I started reading RA Heinlein’s writing. In some ways your writing makes me think of him first followed immediately by I Asimov. RAH for the depth of character development even in an hour long short story and IA for the futuristic thinking. In case you are not moved by those two writers I consider this to be the best compliment I can give a writer in this genre. Then again, I am only a “reader”.
Thank you for sharing through your stories. You have just made my world a slightly more hopeful place.
InscrutableJohn
Thank you, John 🙏 Truly, I am moved, both by your comparison and those writers. Especially, since to me, the reader's opinion/experience is most important. I'm proud and humbled to hear my writing is making that kind of impact with you. I'm right back to business, though, as Thursday rolls around fast! 😃
Another good one Mr. Rowe. The story certaimly fit the reader-suggestion: rogue planet/unusual friendship...but the story, well that was all you 😊. You used fiction and science to capture something that was neither..so good job.
Really can’t believe how easily I fall into these stories!
Thanks, Keith! Glad to hear it 😃
Certainly a revisit here is warranted after listening to Codename Archimedes. I love to enjoy these stories separately and then again in a chronology that follows either a character or a plot. (Mix and match to my mood)
My secret to patience while awaiting Thursday.
Thanks, Tara! Sometimes its fun for me too when I have to go back for research (like for Archimedes). I don't often have time to revisit but I'm glad I did this week 🐭😃
Mouse is my favourite story of yours to date .... well done my friend ... the father’s of sci fi would be impressed.... keep up the good work ... Luke Aussie salvage ⚓️
Cheers, Luke! Very proud of this one. Glad you appreciate it! 🙏
What a fascinating little tale.
Thanks, greyghost! No mouse puns. I promise.
@@RoweLit Puns are the highest form of low humor!
PE did 4 hrs of stories today thanks 👍 for getting me hooked😂
Thanks, Mark! Glad you're enjoying so many of them 😃
That was a simple, unusually different story.. love your work and narrations..
Thanks, MDS! Glad you're enjoying 😃
Absolutely loved this! Listened 3 times already...well done!!
Thanks, vg! That's almost as many times as I listen while editing! I really like that one too 🙂
@P.E. Rowe listened to Scion: Year of the Dragon last night, second round tonight and just so good. Bravo 👏
Thank you for this story I very much enjoyed it.
Cheers, Karen! 🙏 One of my favorites. I'm so glad you enjoyed it 😃
My man Mr Rowe!!!!
What a great story this was...
Thanks, Frank!
Loved the story. Another Story line? I’ve always wondered what cat and dogs would think when they met their robotic, then android, then sentient counterparts. Keep up the good work.
Thanks, glad you loved it! Certainly far down the line from many of the main Battery stories. Not sure when/if we might return to this era, but the story certainly leaves the door open.
Fantastic!
Thanks, Marlon Phoenix! Glad you liked it!
Great story. You are an excellent writer.
Thanks, Xela! Glad you enjoyed it 🙏😃
@@RoweLit There are writers who find themselves having to rely on complex explanations, expressions, and/or twists to relay the human condition, don't get me wrong, I greatly appreciate them and understand the necessity those writers find themselves in, but you my friend (and I hope I'm not being too forward as seeing you as such) have a natural gift in doing it in relatable and easy manner. Kudos. Glad I found your channel.
Thanks, Xela! Not forward at all. I'm glad you did as well.
Thank you again.
Cheers, Tara!
A beautiful story and one I feel sure Isaac Asimov would have enjoyed too. Very well done 😊
Cheers, Richard! Grateful you enjoyed it 🙏
Wonderful. 👏 👏 👏
A truly wonderful narration. Brought me to tears
Thanks 😃 Mouse gets me every time 😭
This was great!
Thanks, Brandon! So glad to hear you enjoyed Mouse! It's one of my favorites 😃
Darmn i enjoyed that!!!!
Thanks, Kevin! I'm glad I don't have to pick a favorite of all these stories, but if I did, I think it would be Mouse. Glad you enjoyed it!
I love this one more each time I listen. Brilliant. So excited when you "mechanics of fiction-ed" it!
Thanks, Hartley! Clearly one of my favorites as well 😃
Good story!
Thanks, Louis!
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I loved this story better than any other you have done.
Thanks, Lady Ponfarr! So glad you feel that way. 🙏 This one has a special place in my heart.
AMazing. This story calls out for a thread of it;s own. ;)
Self taught/induced sentience in a rabbit... er, robot. and a talking mouse???
Awesome creation ability you engage, friend.
Cheers, Karl! You must have found my first-year picks. I'm going back through some now myself. I'm glad you're enjoying them too!
I had forgotten what people smell like.
(That was unexpected)😅
When I was studying neuroanatomy, the professor often discussed other mammals, and given their use in psychology and other lab experiments, researchers knew a lot about the mouse brain in particular, and what cortex they had (if I remember correctly) held some overwhelmingly large proportion dedicated to smelling. I think my allergies may blind me to half the universe 😂
Well, it has to be said, after day to day coping with the upside down clown world we live in, I have come to almost rely on my dose of the universe I prefer to spend time in. The gift of creation from the mind of Rowe should not go unrewarded…..the gods don’t pay debts with money, whatever it ends up as, Rowe will have it by the wagonload.
I definitely don't get paid in money (yet) Philip
😂 At least not substantially so. I'm pretty sure I get paid in stories 😁 Thanks, as always for the kind words 😃🙏
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excellent!!
Thanks, Maurice! Glad you enjoyed 🐁😃
Just discovered you! I am a 60+ year reader of sci-fi. I am enjoying the stories. Please continue. Check out Murderbot by Martha Wells.
Hi, Jay! Thanks for the suggestion and welcome. Glad to hear you're enjoying!
Love it ❤
Cheers, Gisela 😀
Peter f Hamilton or Alastair Reynolds?
Why not both? 🤔😃
@@RoweLit totally agree!
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