How often are critiques of the romance genre rooted in misogyny? Panelists will discuss the tradition of romance in SFF and explore ways to combat baseless criticism.
Why are so many writers and readers drawn to alternate history as a means of creating new dimensions in reality? What do our historical thought experiments say about our relationship with our past? Join us to discuss how we interact with our history and the distance by which we can understand it.
Read more about The Appeal of Alternate History and Historical Fantasy
What is the benefit of reading, submitting to, and publishing in literary markets as a speculative writer and vice versa? What are some markets that are blending genres? What are some popular ways to incorporate weirdness into literary writing? When is a story too speculative or not speculative enough? In this panel, cross-genre writers and editors will address these questions and more!
Read more about The Speculative-Literary Connection: Writing and Publishing Across Markets
Readers across the SFF subgenres expect gripping combat scenes, but how do writers balance the details and description with unforgettable action? Join experienced martial arts and combat weapon professionals for informed advice on writing realistic fight scenes.
This discussion will explore what it’s like to write fiction as a neurodivergent author, examples of effective representation, and how neurodivergent stories can differ more traditional forms of storytelling.
Teaching speculative creative writing is an art and craft of its own. This panel will discuss SFF pedagogy in the college classroom, in online workshops, and in other learning contexts.
Living with chronic disease or pain can consume your thoughts, but writing can be a lifeline. Join your fellow authors as we share experiences, struggles, and victories as writers living with chronic pain.