Aliens in the Trenches?! Eric Goebelbecker Rewrites World War I with a Martian Invasion | Writers With Purpose

What happens when history refuses to stay in its lane and aliens crash the battlefield?In this episode of Writers With Purpose, Melvese sits down with sci-fi author Eric Goebelbecker to explore his bold, genre-bending series The Great War of the Worlds—where World War I collides with a Martian invasion in a way you’ve never seen before. This isn’t just science fiction. It’s a reimagining of history itself.Inspired by his grandfather’s real-life experiences during the Battle of the Somme, Eric builds a chilling alternate timeline where humanity is already at war and then the Martians return—stronger, smarter, and far more dangerous. From the trenches of Europe to chaos in New York City, the question isn’t just can we survive? It’s who’s really on our side?We also dive into:The power of blending history with sci-fiHow real-life stories shape unforgettable charactersWhy writers need to stop waiting and just start writingThe creative freedom (and responsibility) of indie publishingIf you love stories that challenge reality, stretch imagination, and hit with emotional truth, this episode is for you. Sometimes, the most powerful stories ask one dangerous question: What if history went differently?