# Author describes writing The Dog Stars, adapted by Ridley Scott

The author of the novel The Dog Stars recounts the creative process behind the post-apocalyptic story. The book has been adapted into a new film directed by Ridley Scott, and the article offers insight into how the story came to life.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Science
- [New Scientist](https://www.newscientist.com/article/2582498-how-i-wrote-the-dog-stars-the-novel-behind-ridley-scotts-new-film/?utm_campaign=RSS|NSNS&utm_content=home&utm_medium=RSS&utm_source=NSNS) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:15:00 +0000