#the galaxy and the ground within

[callmemanatee]

I've heard fans say there should be a movie adaptation of The Long Way to a Small Angry Planet, but consider this instead: a YouTube channel with a series of "vlogs" where characters from the Wayfarers books talk about what they're up to these days.

It would be small-scale, personal, and sweet. Just like the books we've grown to love.

[bigcats-birds-and-books]

THE WAYFARERS by Becky Chambers. This is one of my all-time fave go-to fluffy comfort series (with just enough heart crimes to keep things intense), and therefore is also my first ever Illumicrate order. I am Weak™ for painted edges.

[koshercosplay]

one of the (many) things that resonated with me after reading the Wayfarers series by Becky Chambers (if you haven't read them yet, GO READ THEM) is Ouloo's opinion on the exhaustion of political activism vs taking the easy way out and letting others do the work for you.

she wants to live a quiet life, and she wants people to stop killing each other. that's the extent of her politics. she doesn't know the complexities of the political landscape of the galactic commons in which she lives, nor is she obligated to become an expert in it: fundamentally, she wants people to get along, and she wants to serve them cake, and she does her best to live her life in exactly those terms. when she's confronted with her own biases, she works doubly hard on herself to overcome them, because her existence is dominated by that one, very very simple thing: be kind to others. some of the other characters look down at her for it, saying it's naive, that the world can't be made better with cake, that if she really cared she'd do something more tangible about it.

but I think there's something really valuable in that mindset. I want to be kind to others, and I want others to get along. I don't have the answers to all of the political questions in our society. but also, I don't have to. not everyone is capable of being loud and angry. I go through so much anxiety and stress, worrying that I'm not doing enough, I'm not loud enough, I'm not doing my part to change the world we live in, what if I'm just being lazy?

sometimes living your own life gently and with kindness and interacting with others from a place of love is enough. we need both kinds of people in the world. and sometimes gentle people get loud, and sometimes loud people need gentleness.

not having all the answers all the time is okay. worrying is not activism. anxiety is not activism. you are allowed to take care of your body and mind.

[apple-byter]

Call me insane but the only romance I wanna read is the socially complex interspecies relationships in Wayfarers

[stardustdiver]

I FINISHED THE WAYFAIRER SERIES AND IT WAS IMPECCABLE, 10/10

it explores interspecies relationships on a professional level, personal level, and as a society in general. potential mild spoilers ahead but this is all what i liked about the series: (theres more too i dont wanna tldr the whole series)

environments not suited for certain species so accommodations made to make them feel more at ease

harmingans more suited to moist and not too harshly scented environments, use of mobility aids akin to electric wheelchair to not touch the ground (and equipped with mist machines for the moisture they need)

aeluons who primarily use colour to speak so specific aeuleon branded grey paint being used to paint buildings

varying types of grooming care and seating, sleeping arrangements for the different species like aandrisk, aeluon, laru

dives into the varying parental styles of each species, and doesnt devalue one type in preference for another

doesnt shy away from different species asking personal questions related to the species on how they operate, because they never get to experience their sensations

uses they/them/their for the sianat species that bonds with a hivemind host, so in turn uses xey/xem/xyr for neutral pronouns

the all non-human characters in the last book discussing the concept of cheese, and being equally disgusted by it

[thecapefox]

'I don't understand all the - the tiny pieces that keep things moving. But I don't need to know these things to be able to tell that something isn't working. That something is wrong. Deeply wrong.'

…

'I don't have an … an ideology. I don't know the right terms to discuss these things. I don't know the science behind any of it. I'm sure I sound silly right now. But I just want everyone to get along, and to be well taken care of. That's it. I want everyone to be happy, and I do not care how we get there.'

Ouloo's monologue from 'The galaxy, and the ground within' by Becky Chambers

[chocolatethe100badger]

would u like to see a drawing of the species from the wayfarers series

[boyduroy]

Please do yourself a favor and go read the Wayfarers series by Becky Chambers, it is such amazing queer science fiction that explores themes of family, belonging, and Identity

[sterekbros]

It's me, Liam, your Wayfarer Fandom Ambassador for @fandomtrumpshate!

It's the time of the year again! It's time to come together to support progressive non-profits through Fandom Trumps Hate donations!

Sign up to become a creator for Fandom Trumps Hate on Feb 5th!

There were no offers in Becky Chamber's universes last year and we'd love to have some this year!

A little bit about Fandom Trumps Hate

FTH is an online fanworks auction, designed to raise money for progressive nonprofit organizations that help and support marginalized people. In the past seven years, thousands of fans have joined forces to raise nearly $240,000 for a range of progressive organizations.

So, what are you willing to offer? If you are an author, artist, beta, or provide other services within fandom, all are welcome!

Check out the list below for different types of fanworks and fan labor to get an idea of what you may like to sign up for.

You can offer any type of fanwork that can be delivered digitally, including:

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podfics

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fan labor, which includes but is not limited to betaing, brit/japan/America-picking, or offering specialist expertise.

Need more info before signing up? You can find our FAQs here, schedule here, and a list of organizations we are supporting this year here.

[a-ramblinrose]

JOMP BPC || April 27 || Diverse Characters: The Galaxy and the Ground Within by Becky Chambers

[karin-gespenst]

What my favourite fictional characters teach me - open list part 7

Gapei Tem Seri:

Use your connections to help other people

Be kind to children

enjoy a nice bath once in a while

or a dessert

tell people if you need a minute to yourself

agree to disagree in the appropriate moment

Speaker:

tell your siblings how your day went

speak up for yourself, not just for others

put on some music and dance! (Bathtub strategy forever!!)

teach someone how to make your favourite dessert

Roveg:

tell your children you love them

speak up about injustice

showcase your art!

make new experiences and meet new people

enjoy the heck out of your meals

teach someone your language

Ooli Oht Ouloo:

build a welcoming place for everyone

learn about other cultures

start your day with something enjoyable

a little gardening is good for you

your children will tell you who they are, give them time

Ooli Oht Tupo:

find some cool rocks

talk to people about your hobbies

ask people before you enter their homes

have more dessert

enjoy trashy movies

[callmemanatee]

I finished The Galaxy and the Ground Within about a month ago.

And I am still Having Feelings about Akaraks' lifespan being only 20 to 25 standards.

Speaker and Tracker deserve more time to enjoy the universe.

[bigcats-birds-and-books]

THE WAYFARERS by Becky Chambers. Featuring the most beautiful edges I own!!

[thefiresofpompeii]

do not reblog unless you are waylaid on a transitory fuel station planet due to mass photovoltaic satellite system failure, arriving late to a rendezvous with your illicit human lover, or breathe methane

[freylaverse]

I told @hedonicghost I’d draw Pei if they drew Pei.

Anyway Ashby Santoso is so brave for dating her. Not the forbidden love thing. The fact that she’s so. Could you imagine going on a date with Pei? My heart would stop. She’d smile at me and I’d keel over.

[afallenwolf]

Laru and Akarak from the galaxy and the ground within by becky chambers. 

These are jsut sketches I hope to finish them up sometime.