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The OC helped shape Philip K Dick. A festival in Fullerton celebrates the sci-fi writer
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Robert Garrova , as published by LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· August 16, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Dick's connection to Orange County are available from the source.
Orange County has a connection to renowned science fiction writer Philip K. Dick, who lived in Santa Ana. A festival is being held at Cal State Fullerton to celebrate his work and legacy in the area.
The Philip K. Dick Festival will honor the writer, known for exploring themes of humanity and reality in his stories. His papers are housed at the Pollak Library, where flyers are promoting the event.
Further details about the festival and Philip K. Dick's connection to Orange County are available from the source. The event aims to recognize the sci-fi master's impact and legacy in the region.
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Category: library Published: August 16, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Orange County has a connection to renowned science fiction writer Philip K. Dick, who lived in Santa Ana. A festival is being held at Cal State Fullerton to celebrate his work and legacy in the area…
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