As it happens, when it comes to science fiction, Tor is as good as it gets, in every department. I don’t want to do any of the rest of that stuff. But there is a whole lot more that goes into producing a book than just showing up with a manuscript and then telling people about it. On his blog, Scalzi explained more about the deal, including why he planned to spend the next decade with a traditional publisher rather than self-publishing: “look, I like to write, and I don’t mind marketing myself. Three of Scalzi’s books are currently in development to be television series: “Redshirts” by FX, “Old Man’s War” by SyFy, and “Lock In” by Legedary TV. Science fiction is mainstream culture now, and there are so many people discovering just how much there is to enjoy in these stories of ours. “It also gives both me and Tor a stable, long-term base to grow our audience, not only among established science fiction and fantasy fans, but among readers of all sorts. “In an era when publishing is in flux, this contract with Tor will let me spend more of my time doing what readers want me to do: writing books and making new stories for them to enjoy,” Scalzi said in a statement. They’re partially mapped out: 10 novels for adults, plus three young adult novels a sequel to “Lock In,” his most recent book a return to the “Old Man’s War” universe and an entirely new series set in the far future. During that time, Scalzi will write 13 novels for Tor. The multimillion-dollar deal will last a decade. Scalzi is the bestselling author of “Old Man’s War” and won the 2013 Hugo Award for best novel for “Redshirts.” Science fiction author John Scalzi has signed a $3.4-million book deal with Tor, the publisher announced Sunday.
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