Behind the scenes with Alan Dean Foster, writer and explorer

Behind the scenes with Alan Dean Foster, writer and explorer

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English, Other

11th Grade - University

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Alan Dean Foster, a renowned science fiction writer, discusses his career, including his work on the Star Wars novelization with George Lucas, which he ghostwrote. He shares insights into his extensive literary contributions, including novelizations of popular films like Alien and The Chronicles of Riddick. Foster also reveals his personal interests, such as weightlifting and photography, and his philosophy on continuous learning. Despite his fame, he remains committed to exploring the world and expanding his knowledge.

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What significant project did Alan Dean Foster work on in 1975?

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What was the caveat that Alan Dean Foster had to accept when writing the book version of Star Wars?

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How did Alan Dean Foster feel about having to lie about ghostwriting the book?

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Can you name some of the works that Alan Dean Foster has novelized?

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What does Alan Dean Foster believe about the importance of learning?

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