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The Writing Circleby Stewart Ferris

Catalogue/Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association

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Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association

Hybrid · United States

SFWA is the trade body for science fiction, fantasy and related speculative work. Full membership has publishing requirements; associate and affiliate paths exist for those on the way. The member forums and Nebula Conference are the real writing group — peers who already know the field.

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How to join

Check eligibility and apply for the appropriate membership class.

Dues; eligibility varies by membership class

Kindred groups

Online

Critters Workshop

Online · Worldwide

The classic science-fiction, fantasy and horror critique workshop, run on courtesy and deadlines.

Science fictionFantasyHorror+1
Free
Online

Scribophile

Online · Worldwide

A large online workshop where serious writers trade structured critiques, karma-for-karma.

Literary fictionRomanceFantasy+5
Free
Hybrid

Clockhouse London Writers

Hybrid · London, England, United Kingdom

An advanced science-fiction and fantasy critique group in north London, run by Allen Ashley.

Science fictionFantasySpeculative+1
Paid sessions