Science Fiction-Fantasy Writers Resources and Support

Alliterates | A band of authors in southern Wisconsin. These friends gather monthly for dinner, drinks, cigars, and—most importantly—animated discussions about the art and business of writing fiction, poetry, and hobby games.
USA--Only English language

Alternative Reality Writers | The ARWZ was founded as a place where aspiring writers of speculative fiction, as well as those who are working in the field, can get in touch with the readers who love the genre.
USA--Only English language

Ardeon | An online community of fantasy artists, writers and poets.
USA--Only English language

Author Link | Online rights marketplace where editors and agents buy and sell unpublished and published manuscripts and screenplays. Poor design though.
USA--Only English language

Clarion | Probably the best known science fiction writing workshop in the USA.
USA--Only English language

Clarion West | Writer’s workshop.
USA--Only English language

Course Materials for the Study of Science Fiction | Study guides to help students prepare for SFF-based literature classes. Includes authors like HG Wells and Stanislaw Lem (of Solaris fame).
USA--Only English language

Critters Writers Workshop | On-line workshop/critique group for serious writers of Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror.
USA--Only English language

DargonZine | Electronic magazine which features collaborative fantasy fiction by aspiring writers on the Internet.
USA--Only English language

Delrey Digital Writing Workshop For Science Fiction & Fantasy | Online community of writers of SF & F--brand-new and published--who help each other improve their work.
USA--Only English language

Epilogue | A community of fantasy and sci-fi artists on the Internet.
USA--Only English language

Eskimo Star's SF Writing | Visit this site if you are a science fiction/fantasy Writer and add to the on-going story. Your work will be reviewed for errors before submission.
USA--Only English language

For Writers | Generic resource for aspiring authors. Includes references sites, a list of agents etc.
USA--Only English language

HobGoblin | Link lists covering all aspects of writing science-fiction and fantasy from inspiration to publication.
USA--Only English language

Holly Lisle | Author of fantasy works like Vincalis the Agitator. Her site is actually an amazingly large writing community for budding authors. Nice.
USA--Only English language

Internet Directory of Literary Agents | Fairly large directory of agent details, publisher contacts etc. Looks like a lot of dross has crept into the listings though. Good attempt.
USA--Only English language

Legends | Site on legends, myths, heroes in history, literature, folklore & the arts. E.g. Robin Hood, King Arthur, Pirates & Privateers, and other swashbuckling characters of balladry, fiction, and film, from The Queen of Elfland to Zorro.
USA--Only English language

Mary Soon Lee's Speculative Fiction Page | SF author Q&A (How do I find out about SF/F/H markets? How do I go about submitting short stories? etc.).
USA--Only English language

Mylanders | SF writers bulletin board.
USA--Only English language

New Galaxy Net | Writing and editing services, as well as resources for the SFF genre.
United States--Only English language

Online Writing Workshop | Online community of writers of SF & F - brand-new and published - who help each other improve their work. Membership costs $40 a year.
USA--Only English language

Other Worlds Writers' Workshop | Place where serious writers of speculative fiction can polish their skills and learn from each other.
USA--Only English language

Parallel Worlds | Forum devoted to writing, science fiction and erotica.
UK--Only English language

Pure Fiction | Web site for would be writers. Featuring links to writing groups, author interviews, hints and tips etc.
USA--Only English language

Purple Pens | Small site for wannabe-writers.
USA--Only English language

Ralan | Directory of SF paying markets (and non-paying) for writers, from the talented keyboard of Ralan Conley.
Denmark--Only English language

Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of Japan (SFWJ) | The SFF writers' association of Japan. Present the Nihon SF Taisho Award.
Japan--Other + some English translation

Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers of America, Inc. | Non-profit writers' organizations for SF/F authors. C. 1200 sf and fantasy writers, artists, editors, and allied professionals are members. Some say they are a little toothless these days.
USA--Only English language

Science Fiction Writers of Japan (SFWJ) | Established in 1963 as the main SFF writers association in Japan. Site has some English content, which is nice and friendly of them.
Japan--Other + some English translation

Screenwriter’s Centre | Normal links, news and chat opportunities for would-be screenwriters.
USA--Only English language

SF Writers Resource Guide | An encyclopedia-like guide to online resources useful for writers.
Australia--Only English language

SpecFicWorld | An online resource guide for speculative fiction writers from 'Nevada Wilmoth'. Inside you'll find many links to SFF publications and writing resources from around the globe.
USA--Only English language

The Cloak | Resource for Readers and Writers of Science Fiction and Fantasy.
USA--Only English language

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