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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Today at SFWA, join Speculative Poetryfor the Quarterly Open Mic at 11am PT. Logged in users can watch live from our Events Theater or join the fun curated by Gwynne Garfinkle and celebrating Jamal Hodge. After the event, you can watch Jamal's presentation on SFWA YouTube. sfwa.org/events/?even...

Quarterly Open Mic with Jamal Hodge, October 3 at 11am

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Yesterday's "How to Read a Script" panel is on hand for SFWA Members at any time from the SFWA Events Theater! Today, we're sharing a rich Scriptwriting Showcase on YouTube at 12pm PT, then diving into the delights of producing a reading series at 5pm PT. We hope to see you out! 👇️ 👀 sfwa.org/events

Scriptwriting Showcase, featuring P.C. Verrone, Dilman Dila, Reina Hardy, Angeli Primlani, and Richard Moon

Notes on Producing a Reading Series, featuring Alex Kingsley in conversation with Anthony Eichenlaub and Kate Ristau

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

We might have an extra panelist! 😀 At 1pm PT, join Alex Kingsley, Angeli Primlani, Richard Moon, and Reina Hardy to learn about reading scripts for theatre, screen, and audio. SFWA Members, take note: We're looking forward to a wide range of works vying for the Ray Bradbury! sfwa.org/sfwa-events-...

How to Read a Script - Celebrating the new shape of our Ray Bradbury Nebula Award with... Alex Kingsley, Angeli Primlani, Richard Moon... and more! Saturday September 26 at 1-2 PM PT.

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

SFWA's Board and Script Writing Committee have been hard at work this summer putting together the new, writer-forward structure for the Ray Bradbury. Our Nebula script portal opens this weekend, and we have a great panel and presentations to celebrate the occasion. 👇️ 👀 Check out sfwa.org/events!

Scriptwriting Showcase: Get to know some of our scriptwriting advocates through their work! This is a special presentation including readings and conversation from P.C. Verrone, Dilman Dila, Reina Hardy, Angeli Primlani, and Richard Moon. Sunday, September 27 in the SFWA Events Theater as of 12 pm PT.

Notes on Producing a Reading Series

With Alex Kingsley, in conversation with Anthonoy Eichenlaub and Kate Ristau, on Sunday, September 27 at 5 PM PT. Presentation followed by chat! RSVP today!

How to Read a Script - Celebrating the new shape of our Ray Bradbury Nebula Award with... Alex Kingsley, Angeli Primlani, and Richard Moon.

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

ICYMI: This week on Planetside: "Taking the Catastrophe Out of Climate Change: Using Fiction to Give Readers Hope" by Eowyn Scott! Read more on SFWA: sfwa.org/publications... #SFWA #Planetside #WritingCommunity #SFF

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

This week on Planetside: "Taking the Catastrophe Out of Climate Change: Using Fiction to Give Readers Hope" by Eowyn Scott! Read more on SFWA: sfwa.org/publications... #SFWA #Planetside #WritingCommunity #SFF

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Back to school and feeling blue about all the AI in classrooms? Join SFWA's Emerging Tech on Thurs, Sept 24 at 1pm PT for "Humanizing Assignments"--because writers are not alone. RSVP today & join Ruthanna Emrys, Matt Bell, Dru Pagliassotti, & Robert M Geraci to learn more. sfwa.org/events/?even...

Emerging Tech Presents... Humanizing Assignments, with Ruthanna Emrys, Matt Bell, Robert Geraci, and Dru Pagliassotti. Thursday, September 24 at 1 pm PT sfwa.org/events

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

This week on Planetside...Our series Writing for Hire continues with "Work for Hire vs. Fiction Contracts" by @willmcdermott.bsky.social of our Game Writing Committee, read by Misha Grifka Wander. Read at sfwa.org/publications... #sfwa #planetsidemagazine

This week on... Planetside

Work for Hire Vs. Fiction Contracts by Will McDermott

In the worlds of franchise tie-in and game development fiction, it's important to learn new contracts.

For the Writing for Hire series

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Time for a Kaffeeklatsch! SFWA's Weekly Writing Date runs from 2-4 PM PT, and then at 5 PM PT, SFWA Members can hop into a chat with Board Members / Fellow Writers Steven D. Brewer and Day Al-Mohamed. RSVP and join us for a great chat about your writing, industry, and more. sfwa.org/events/?even...

Steven D. Brewer and Day Al-Mohamed will be together for a Sept 13 Kaffeeklatsch at SFWA. More such dates to follow!

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series The KidLit Chronicles continues with “Trauma and Liberation in YA Speculative Fiction” by Deanna Richards, read by the author: sfwa.org/2026/09/08/t...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

And the best part? The joy of great SFF is still rolling with a fundraising StoryBundle curated by John Helfers. Just look at how packed Wizards, Warlocks, and Soothsayers is with great novels by SFWA Members! 🎉 sfwa.org/publications... Get your bundle before September 16: storybundle.com/sfwa

Celebrate great SFF, including many titles by SFWA Members, in this packed StoryBundle curated by John Helfers, which is still running strong until September 16.

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Greg Bear clearly remains a pillar in SFF! With the incredible team at HumbleBundle & Open Road Media, your purchase has helped us raise almost $20,000 to support a range of outreach services at SFWA. Thank you for investing in great reading, and the writers who make it possible! bit.ly/4qBMuUa

The Greg Bear Birthday Bundle by HumbleBundle, fundraising for SFWA.

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

September brings a change in routines to many. That's why SFWA Board members Day Al-Mohamed and Steven Brewer are on hand this Sunday, Sept 13 at 5 PM PT for a Kaffeeklatsch as fellow writers. SFWA Members, come chat about the work, road blocks, and next steps! RSVP today: sfwa.org/events/?even...

Steven D. Brewer and Day Al-Mohamed are on hand to chat this Sunday, September 13 with SFWA Members.

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

The Greg Bear Birthday Bundle is nearing its final day! HumbleBundle & Open Road Media are fundraising for Where the Need Is Greatest at SFWA, to support services, programming, & advocacy. Thank YOU to everyone who's snagged great reads & supported writer uplift! www.humblebundle.com/books/greg-b...

The Greg Bear Birthday Bundle, 27 books by the late Greg Bear. Fundraising for SFWA supports our Where the Need Is Greatest Fund

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series The KidLit Chronicles continues with “Trauma and Liberation in YA Speculative Fiction” by Deanna Richards, read by the author: sfwa.org/2026/09/08/t...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Cuddles the Nebula Dragon missed the cut-off for #DragonCon 😱, but other SFWA Members didn't! 🎉 Join SFWA President @kateristau.bsky.social on Saturday at 4pm (Hilton Atlanta at the Marketplace) for a drink & a chat. RSVP today, and bring your dragons if you've got 'em!] sfwa.org/events/?even...

Dragons & Drinks - September 5, 2026 at Hilton Atlanta at the Marketplace, 4-5pm: SFWA at DragonCon

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

This week on Planetside… Our new series Writing for Hire opens with “Writing for Other IPs: Joys and Pitfalls” by @johnryanwrites.bsky.social, read by @mishagw.bsky.social: sfwa.org/2026/09/01/w...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

This year, Airship Nebula and Cuddles the Dragon are joining SFWA from now 'til Neb 62. We're on the hunt for two sponsors to join us, with a logo patch alongside SFWA's, for candid snaps at industry events. Write to office [at] sfwa.org if interested! And come give 'em a hug at our #Worldcon table!

SFWA President Kate Ristau sharing space with Airship Nebula at Worldcon in LA!

Airship Nebula and Cuddles the Nebula Dragon have room for one more passenger apiece. Are you looking for a fun way to get your press, workshop, or product promoted? Write to us about a sponsorship opportunity!

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

We are brimming with pride to announce Nancy Kress as SFWA's 43rd Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master. We'll be celebrating her achievements in community at Nebula 62 next June in Seattle, and we hope to see you there. Learn more about her tremendous career today! sfwa.org/2026/08/28/p...

Nancy Kress, SFWA's 43rd Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series SFF on Screen and Stage continues with “Fringe Festivals: Where New SFF Theater Is Born” by Monica Cross, read by @lizjbradley.bsky.social: sfwa.org/2026/08/25/f...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

This week on Planetside… Our new series The KidLit Chronicles opens with “Using Nature to Build Speculative Worlds for Readers of Any Age” by @gkbyrne.bsky.social, read by the author: sfwa.org/2026/08/18/u...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series The Indie Files returns with “How Patreon Can Structure Your Writing Life” by @joycereynoldsward.bsky.social, read by @bobgreenberger.bsky.social: sfwa.org/2026/08/11/h...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series Writing by Other Means continues with “Reclaiming Your Focus with a Writer Deck” by @jamesaaron.net, read by @mishagw.bsky.social: sfwa.org/2026/08/04/r...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series Writing by Other Means continues with “Reclaiming Your Focus with a Writer Deck” by @jamesaaron.net, read by @mishagw.bsky.social: sfwa.org/2026/08/04/r...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series Writing by Other Means continues with “Writing Tips and Tricks for Time-Poor Parents” by @julieleblancwrites.bsky.social , read by the author: sfwa.org/2026/07/28/w...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series Writing from Science continues with “How to Fact-Check Your Science and Gain Inspiration Along the Way” by @marleewith2es.bsky.social, read by the author: sfwa.org/2026/07/21/h...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

Join us at 1pm PDT! "Grant-Writing for All: Unlocking Funding Pathways" is a recorded session (double back later, World Cup watchers!) to support uncertain applicants for *any* grant or similar funding model. THANK YOU to everyone who's supported the Givers Fund to date! sfwa.org/events/?even...

The Givers Fund: Grant-Writing For All - Unlocking Funding Pathways

Sunday, July 19 - 1 p.m. PT

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

At 1pm PDT, join Emerging Tech for the first in a series of public panels clearing the air and dispelling hype around AI. Thank you for your survey responses! Many writers are afraid to ask questions directly, but need more info to make pro-human choices. See you soon! sfwa.org/sfwa-events-...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE! Speculative Poetry at SFWA offers monthly book clubs & quarterly open mics. Fundraising kickoffs not your jam? Celebrate SFF community with Featured Poet @mariness.bsky.social & Host @gwynnega.bsky.social. 11am PDT! Bring your words! Listen to more! sfwa.org/events/?even...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

It's Givers Fund Kickoff Weekend at SFWA! 🎉 We're fundraising to provide as many candidates as possible with funding for SFF projects this fall. Join SFWA and industry peers for a warm kickoff at 11am PDT. RSVP, then log in with your sign-up email at SFWA.org! store.sfwa.org/product/sfwa...

The Givers Fund Kickoff Event
Saturday, July 18
11 AM Pacific
sfwa.org/grants/fundraising

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series The History Files continues with “An Abridged History of Mathematical Metaphor in Speculative Fiction” by Sam Macdonald, read by @violet10dencies.bsky.social: sfwa.org/2026/07/14/a...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series Writing from Science continues with “Searching the Medical Literature for Yourself” by Randall Hayes, PhD, read by @bobgreenberger.bsky.social: sfwa.org/2026/07/07/s...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Planetside is now closed to submissions until September 1, 2026. We are excited to reopen with a new look and stronger integration of our NRN, G&CQ, and Bookstore under the SFWA Publications umbrella. Get your pitches for professional and professionalizing writers ready! sfwa.org/submission-g...

Planetside: The Online Magazine of SFWA

For professional and professionalizing writers of science fiction and fantasy.

Offering weekly articles on industry tools and topics to sharpen your creative process throughout your SFF career.

sfwa.org/planetside

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series Writing from Science continues with “How Neuroscience Reveals the Alien Mind” by C. L. Kagmi, read by Tobias Lokasson: buff.ly/1nU8o48

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series Writing from Science continues with “How Neuroscience Reveals the Alien Mind” by C. L. Kagmi, read by Tobias Lokasson: sfwa.org/2026/06/23/h...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series Writing by Other Means continues with “Photostories Past and Present” by @emmaliawrites.bsky.social, read by @bobgreenberger.bsky.social: sfwa.org/2026/06/16/p...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

This week on Planetside… Our series The History Files continues with “Silent Movies Jump from Screen to Page in Movie Tie-In Novels” by @rosemaryjones.bsky.social, read by the author: sfwa.org/2026/06/09/s...

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

The Ceremony is IN THE BOOKS, but we have one more day of virtual #61stNebulas programming. This means panels on pro-human tech choices, mysticism, comics worldbuilding, and indie small presses. Plus regional & affinity group meetups! Hope to see you out! Thanks for sharing this weekend with us!

Worldbuilding and Worldbreaking was our thematic focus this weekend at the Nebulas.

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

WHAT A NIGHT! 😍 Thank you for sharing in our #61stNebulas. Our next conference will be in Seattle! We'll have early-bird registration in a jiffy, but more importantly? We all have a LOT of 2026 reading and writing to do! 😬 So get cracking, writers! Let's get YOUR names in the spotlight next!

This was so much fun, we can't wait to do it again... in Seattle!

sfwa.org/nebula-conference

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