Is 'Home is where the time machine is' a fictional concept?

In this fiction, it could be. It depends on how the story is crafted and the imagination of the author.

Soft science fiction time machines can vary greatly. Some are elaborate mechanical contraptions, like the one in the classic stories. They might require a lot of technical knowledge to operate. Others could be more magical or based on some unknown scientific principle. For instance, a time machine could be activated by a special crystal or a mental power. This flexibility in the concept makes it possible for different authors to explore various themes such as causality, free will, and the nature of time itself.

In time machine novels, the concept of time often depends on the author's imagination. Some novels present time as a dimension that can be entered and exited at will, like in 'Time and Again'. Here, the character can step into the past almost as if walking through a door. Time can also be used as a tool for exploring social and cultural differences. For instance, by traveling to different times, characters in these novels can compare and contrast different ways of life, values, and technologies. This not only adds depth to the story but also makes the readers think about how time shapes human society.

It was H. G. Wells who came up with the first fictional time machine. His novel 'The Time Machine' laid the foundation for the exploration of time travel in fiction. The machine he described was a breakthrough in creative storytelling.

The time machine can also be used to explore themes of regret and second chances. In a short story, a character might use the time machine to go back and correct a past mistake, such as not telling someone they loved them. This can create a very emotional and engaging narrative.

Joe Pickett's fictional home is often described as being in a rural and secluded area, but the exact location varies depending on the specific story.

Well, the location of the time machine is cleverly hidden and only hinted at throughout the plot. It's in a place you might not expect, but it all makes sense when it's finally disclosed.

Well, there's Hiro Nakamura from 'Heroes' who managed to create a time machine. Also, in 'The Time Machine' by H.G. Wells, the protagonist builds one. Another example could be Rick Sanchez from 'Rick and Morty'.

I think it's fictional. Most machine stories are made up to entertain or make us think.

I don't think so. 813 is just a number and not typically associated with any fictional element.