SCIENCE FICTION AUTHOR

Welcome aboard!Here lives my imagination. Please make yourself at home and feel free to bring your friends, there is plenty of room in my skull.I am a published, award-winning author who has been developing new alloys of science fiction, fantasy, and surrealism since 2010. Initially, I wrote in Russian and Ukrainian languages and was published across a broad spectrum of magazines and anthologies. However, later on, life gave me the hits I couldn’t take, and I fled my creative path, feeling bitter and lost.As I sought a new purpose, I turned to English to fill the void in my soul. Learning new words was healing, in a way I never expected. Despite a solid university background, the language had existed for me only within the engineering realm. Applying it creatively was an uncharted expanse—both thrilling and intimidating. Unexpectedly, I fell in love with this magic language, and untold ideas began emerging in my mind as if something within me was unlocked.In 2015, I began writing in English. Mastering the foreign tongue was tough, but I was driven by the meaning I reclaimed.In 2020, the “Space and Time” magazine accepted one of my works, signifying that all struggles had not been in vain. Other publications followed, each one a new milestone. Along the way, I’ve established myself as a literary translator of two children’s books in the scope of a side project.Although balancing writing with daily life is extremely hard, I keep pushing forward. You may find my stories, as well as more details about my path, in the corresponding categories of this website.Thank You for coming! I believe all people are fundamentally creative, and there is a metaphysical bond between a writer and a reader. While the author delivers mere words, it is the reader who brings them to life with their unique vision. A single story is reborn through countless interpretations. This process enriches the shared realm of ideas that we all can access in moments of inspiration.Let’s stay connected and co-create together!Sincerely,Viacheslav Lazurin

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Recognized SF Writer

Awarded the 1st place in "The White Tabula" international literary contest 2012 ("Белая Скрижаль — 2012") in the nomination "Beyond the Reality" (for science fiction authors writing in Russian).

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Short Bio

Viacheslav Lazurin is a 34-year-old writer born in Germany and raised in Ukraine, where he currently lives. He holds a Master’s degree in Research Engineering and works as a software test specialist. In 2010–2014, he was an award-winning writer with publications in various Ukrainian and Russian magazines and anthologies.In 2015, he started mastering English writing skills to share his ideas with the rest of the world. After five years of persistence, two stories of his were accepted by Space and Time magazine and The Collidescope literary periodical. Later, he was also included in Augmented anthology released by the QUOIR publishing house. As a side project, he also translated two children’s books.His genre is philosophical, character-driven SF pushing beyond conventional boundaries. With a strong background in psychology—including four years of guided personal psychotherapy along with independent study—he explores the hidden layers of the human mind in his fiction.To balance his life, he’s also passionate about physical practices like calisthenics and yoga.

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First interview in age of 23

The interview in Ukrainian language given to "20 minutes" newspaper upon getting recognized in several contests within a year.

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First story published in English

The first publication in English in "Space and Time" Magazine (issue #136, Spring 2020). You may read the published story right now.

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Literary Translator

As a side project, two children's books have been translated from English to Russian. Many thanks to the wonderful author Kelly Lenihan for her cooperation.

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Surrealistic SF novella "The Court Jester"

As one reader concluded, this is a new tale about The Little Prince as though written by Grimm Brothers trying their skills in science fiction. Initially, this novella was released in "Machines and Mechanisms" magazine in Russian language back in 2014. The beautiful illustrations above have been created by talented artist Egor Shokoladov.
In 2021, I started translating this story into English and suddenly realized that so many things in the plot remain untold. I've begun developing new chapters, and this process is still ongoing as I desperately have to maneuver between my day job and writing. Also, the situation is aggravated by the war in my country (Ukraine). If you want to support me and this project, you can do it here. If you are curious about the story and creative process, feel free to ask any question.

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