Cyberpunk!

This month we are diving into Cyberpunk, the sub-genre that explores the gritty intersection of humanity, technology, and corporate power.

How it Works
We believe book clubs should be fun, not homework. To keep things flexible, you have two ways to participate:

1. Follow the Recommendation List: Choose a title from our curated list of "essential" cyberpunk reads.
2. Choose Your Own Adventure: Already have a cyberpunk book on your nightstand? Read that! Even if you’ve just watched Blade Runner or Ghost in the Shell and want to talk about the themes, you are welcome.

What to Expect
This is a sociable, welcoming environment for all fans. Our main goal is to celebrate our love for the genre. We’ll spend the first bit of the meetup sharing what we specifically read, with the option to then talk about some of the broader themes if we so choose

The Details

• When: Tuesday 10th February
• Where: The Outhouse (upstairs!)
• Vibe: Casual, inclusive, all ideas welcome

The "Essential" Cyberpunk list
Need a suggestion? These are all highly rated and under 350 pages:

1. Neuromancer – William Gibson
2. Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? – Philip K. Dick
3. Snow Crash – Neal Stephenson
4. Synners – Pat Cadigan
5. Trouble & Her Friends – Melissa Scott
6. The Stars My Destination – Alfred Bester
7. True Names – Vernor Vinge
8. Moxyland – Lauren Beukes
9. Hardwired – Walter Jon Williams
10. Infomocracy – Malka Older

The "Short Story" Cyberpunk list
If you prefer something a bit shorter, any of the stories from this classic 80's anthology should suffice!
https://www.rudyrucker.com/mirrorshades/