Even if you’re not a sci-fi fan, here are five reasons to love steampunk — that have absolutely nothing to do with plot or genre! But first, a quick definition. Steampunk is a subgenre of science fiction and fantasy novels that features industrial steam powered machinery rather than advanced technology into its plot. As such, many stories will take place around the 19th century. Or, some will incorporate time traveling elements, such as my book “Released,” which features a time-traveling genie.
Here are five elements associated with steampunk that made me fall in love with this subgenre.
- Corsets
The clothes are gorgeous, sexy and so feminine.
- Jewelry
What woman doesn’t love jewelry? Even better, jewelry adorned with butterflies, moving parts, and other intricacies make it a talking piece
- Keys
Old-fashioned keys are commonplace in steampunk and the ones described make one imagine that it is a symbol for being “the key to one’s heart.”
- Gears
Normally, I would think of gears as something associated with a mechanic’s office, but in terms of steampunk they are much more. They are the very element that moves time forward and take on a lifeblood all their own.
- Clocks
Time. It’s the one thing that nobody can give you. If there was ever a superpower to be found, this would be it. The clocks associated with steampunk are beautiful, moving elements that take one from this world and into another.
Check out my Pinterest board specifically on this subject to see amazing pics of my personal steampunk inspiration.
