About A Whim Away

For Readers Who Crave Gentle Escapes

You love reading—but life is full. Your to-do list is long, your weekends short, and your mental energy is precious. You want stories that uplift and entertain, not exhaust. Something smart, a little surprising, but never overwhelming. You’re not looking for another 80,000-word epic with violence and drama—you want to finish a story in one sitting and feel satisfied, not drained.

At A Whim Away, I see you.

You’re the reader who curls up on a rainy afternoon with your e-reader. Who squeezes in a few chapters on a commute or enjoys a story between meetings. You want something that sparks curiosity without triggering stress. A book that doesn’t ask too much, but still gives a lot.

That’s why I created Gentle Sci-Fi.

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Meet Anna Ceguerra

Anna Ceguerra is a writer, artist, composer—and the quiet force behind A Whim Away and the Gentle Sci-Fi movement. She’s also an ex-programmer and former professional scientist, now fully immersed in exploring the rich, imaginative space where science meets creativity.

Anna didn’t set out to start a genre. She simply wrote what she wanted to read: soft, emotionally resonant science fiction stories that spark wonder and curiosity—without violence, explicit content, or emotional heaviness. Her work explores connection, possibility, and discovery in ways that feel both thoughtful and breezy, layered yet light.

As a creative and busy professional herself, Anna understands what it’s like to crave meaningful stories that don’t feel like work. Whether she’s painting, composing music, or writing novellas, her approach is always rooted in curiosity and care.

In her stories, you’ll find satisfying twists, a touch of whimsy, and characters you want to spend time with—whether it’s a scientist training mosquitoes for a living, or a ninety-year-old millenial a few dozen years from now.

With A Whim Away, Anna is pioneering a new kind of science fiction—one that invites you in, rather than overwhelms.

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What Is Gentle Sci-Fi?

Gentle Sci-Fi is a warm cup of tea in space. It’s a quiet conversation between a human and an AI. It’s what happens when science fiction explores hope instead of fear, connection instead of conflict.

These stories are rooted in wonder, discovery, and human (or not-quite-human) relationships. They’re immersive without being intense, thoughtful without being dark. If you’ve ever loved the spirit of Star Trek: The Next Generation, the introspection of Arrival, or the kindness of The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet—you’ll feel at home here.

Gentle Sci-Fi is sci-fi with a soft landing. And at A Whim Away, it’s what I do best.

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The Story Behind the Brand

A Whim Away is more than a pen name or a website—it’s a refuge for readers who want imagination without intensity. It’s a space carved out for those who love sci-fi but don’t feel at home in mainstream genres. Anna created this brand to bring authenticity, storytelling, and playfulness back into the heart of speculative fiction—without the tropes that turn sensitive readers away.

We believe escapism can be joyful. That short stories can be powerful. That a novella can leave you feeling more—not less.

So whether you’re a book-lover with a packed schedule, someone looking for a gentle re-entry into reading, or just a curious mind in need of a break—A Whim Away is here for you.

You’re only ever a few pages from a better mood.

Contact

I’m available for new projects. Drop me a line, and let’s create something new.