Alastair McEwen

Alastair McEwen

Alastair McEwen is an author, speaker, and podcaster best known for his science fiction and fantasy works. Born in Scotland, Alastair has been writing books, articles, and short stories since his early twenties. His work has been featured in several magazines and has been translated into multiple languages, including Spanish and German.

Alastair’s writing is focused mostly on science fiction and fantasy, though he also writes nonfiction on various topics. He has published several novels, including The Time of the Wolf, a steampunk-style fantasy novel set in Scotland. The novel follows the story of a group of brave individuals who must fight off a terrible evil that threatens to enslave their world. In addition to fantasy, Alastair has also written sci-fi, such as The Unmade, a space opera set on a distant planet in a distant galaxy. The novel follows an engineer named Rian who must battle against an alien threat that threatens the stability of the universe.

Outside of fiction writing, Alastair has written several books exploring the intersection of science and faith—specifically, the idea of faith in a scientific age. His nonfiction works include Into the Ether, a collection of essays exploring what science may have to offer those with religious and spiritual beliefs. He also penned the critically acclaimed In the Beginning: Biblical and Scientific Perspectives, addressing issues of science, faith, and free will.

In addition to writing and publishing books, Alastair is a popular public speaker and podcaster. He has spoken at universities, libraries, and conferences on a variety of topics related to science and faith, as well as his own writing. His podcast, Stereometer, covers a range of topics related to writing and fantasy, and has featured authors such as Jo Walton, Ada Palmer, and Cat Valente.

Alastair McEwen is an engaging and thoughtful author and speaker, whose works explore a variety of topics from various angles. His writing is accessible and thought-provoking, often tackling difficult topics such as faith, science, and the nature of reality. Regardless of the genre, Alastair’s works provide interesting insights and conversations that make for satisfying reads.

Author books:

Kant and the Platypus: Essays on Language and Cognition

Kant and the Platypus: Essays on Language and Cognition

Umberto Eco's "Kant and the Platypus" explores language and human cognition from a philosophical perspective.