By Jim Buckley on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 - 07:02 am:

Mr. Foster: As much as I've loved the Flinx stories over the years, I've equally enjoyed all the non-Flinx Commonwealth-related stories; the scope of imagination you've displayed in crafting such a world is truly awe-inspiring. Heck, the first sci-fi novel I ever bought as a kid was "Midworld." So assuming there is a Commonwealth once Flinx's story winds down, will there be any other tales set in this story-rich realm? Thanks, both for any info you can provide and for years of reading pleasure.

By adf on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 - 07:41 am:

Jim; I strongly suspect there will be more stories set in the Commonwealth. It is, as always, just a matter of time...and publisher interest.

By TimC on Thursday, February 04, 2010 - 01:44 pm:

I would hope that the end of the Flinx story isn't the last glimpse into the Commonwealth. I really enjoy the setting a great deal, particularly the Thranx, who I've been fascinated with since first reading Nor Crystal Tears so long ago. It's strange how relatable they are as a race/characters, though they are so different physically and in some aspects of their personalities. More trips to the Commonwealth are desired!

By paul on Sunday, April 04, 2010 - 01:47 am:

adf: Maybe it's time to tread the road less traveled, and go for some fan-supported publishing (e.g. via Lulu or pay-per-download PDFs or whatever).

By adf@alandeanfoster.com on Monday, April 05, 2010 - 06:51 am:

Paul; I've considered it; I'll consider it more in the future, if it appears that's going to have to be the way to go.