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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association @sfwa.org · Nov 2
SFWA is thrilled to announce our Winter Worlds of Giving, running Nov 1 to Jan 31.

Join us on the campaign trail! We're fundraising to support our mainly volunteer-run services, and we want to support YOU in your writing goals all along the way.

Learn more below! 👇👀
www.sfwa.org/winter-world...
We're on the road to our first goal of $20,000, with stretch goals out to $50,000. Every dollar you donate goes to Where the Need Is Greatest, a fund supporting creators at every stage in their journeys. Winter Worlds of Giving runs from November 1 to January 31, and we want to partner with you in your OWN creative goals throughout the next three months. Fill out a creative declaration or sign up for our newsletter directly, to be inspired along the way!
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My article on hand-selling books is live at @sfwa.org Planetside today! www.sfwa.org/2026/01/20/h... #books #bookselling
How to Hand-Sell Books for Fun and Profit - SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association
by Steven D. Brewer. Learn how to engage readers, create effective hooks, give compelling pitches, and sell books face‑to‑face at conventions and local events to build and grow your audience.
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January 20, 2026 at 7:11 PM
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This week on Planetside… We begin a new series, Making the Sale: Marketing for Creators, with “How to Hand-Sell Books for Fun and Profit” by @stevendbrewer.com : www.sfwa.org/2026/01/20/h...
An image of Earth from space with the title “This week on…” followed by the Planetside magazine logo. Featured article: “How to Hand-Sell Books for Fun and Profit” by Steven D. Brewer Teaser: Learn the simple techniques authors use to hook readers and sell more books at events. Series name: Making the Sale: Marketing for Creators
January 20, 2026 at 5:35 PM
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This week on Planetside… We begin a new series, Making the Sale: Marketing for Creators, with “How to Hand-Sell Books for Fun and Profit” by @stevendbrewer.com : www.sfwa.org/2026/01/20/h...
An image of Earth from space with the title “This week on…” followed by the Planetside magazine logo. Featured article: “How to Hand-Sell Books for Fun and Profit” by Steven D. Brewer Teaser: Learn the simple techniques authors use to hook readers and sell more books at events. Series name: Making the Sale: Marketing for Creators
January 20, 2026 at 5:35 PM
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This week on Planetside… A guide to writing STEM inspired poems, with examples that show each technique in action.

“STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry” by
@yarntheory.bsky.social
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STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry - SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association
by Ursula Whitcher. Learn how to craft STEM‑inspired poems by combining poetic and scientific techniques, guided by close readings of contemporary science‑inspired work.
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January 17, 2026 at 9:54 PM
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This week on Planetside… A guide to writing STEM inspired poems, with examples that show each technique in action.

“STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry” by
@yarntheory.bsky.social
: www.sfwa.org/2026/01/13/s...
STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry - SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association
by Ursula Whitcher. Learn how to craft STEM‑inspired poems by combining poetic and scientific techniques, guided by close readings of contemporary science‑inspired work.
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January 17, 2026 at 9:54 PM
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Support SF&F fans & writers by donating to @sfwa.org's annual drive. Goes to grants, emergency medical funding, & legal advocacy: www.sfwa.org/winter-world...
Winter Worlds of Giving - SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association
Welcome to the Campaign! Support Creators. Support SFWA! The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association is proud to support creators […]
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January 17, 2026 at 5:21 PM
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This week on Planetside… A guide to writing STEM inspired poems, with examples that show each technique in action.

“STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry” by @yarntheory.bsky.social : www.sfwa.org/2026/01/13/s...
January 17, 2026 at 6:02 PM
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New #WriterBeware blog post: my annual look back at the topics the Writer Beware blog covered in 2025. Scams, of course, but also contracts, copyright, generative AI, and more. If you missed any of our posts last year, here's your chance to catch up writerbeware.blog/2026/01/16/b...
Best of Writer Beware: 2025 in Review - Writer Beware
It’s been a busy year in writing scams (but then what year isn’t?). From the new AI marketing scams, to nasty contract clauses, to publishers behaving badly, to the biggest copyright infringement rest...
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January 16, 2026 at 7:10 PM
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This week on Planetside… Our Speculative Poetics series continues with “STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry” by @yarntheory.bsky.social : www.sfwa.org/2026/01/13/s...
An image of Earth from space with the title “This week on…” followed by the Planetside magazine logo. Featured article: “STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry” by Ursula Whitcher Teaser: Learn practical ways to weave scientific thinking into your poems (with examples). Series name: Speculative Poetics
January 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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This week on Planetside… Our Speculative Poetics series continues with “STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry” by @yarntheory.bsky.social : www.sfwa.org/2026/01/13/s...
An image of Earth from space with the title “This week on…” followed by the Planetside magazine logo. Featured article: “STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry” by Ursula Whitcher Teaser: Learn practical ways to weave scientific thinking into your poems (with examples). Series name: Speculative Poetics
January 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM
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The article before that answers the fundamental question of “is it a poem or is it prose?” www.sfwa.org/2025/12/23/i...
Is It Flash Fiction or Poetry? - SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association
by Liz J. Bradley. Explore the blurred boundary between poetry and flash fiction. Examine form, language, and emotion to decide when a story belongs to verse or prose.
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January 14, 2026 at 2:48 PM
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I have been working to create more space for speculative poets. One project I facilitate is the Speculative Poetics series at the Planetside @sfwa.org blog. The latest is all about writing STEM poems! www.sfwa.org/2026/01/13/s...
STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry - SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association
by Ursula Whitcher. Learn how to craft STEM‑inspired poems by combining poetic and scientific techniques, guided by close readings of contemporary science‑inspired work.
www.sfwa.org
January 14, 2026 at 2:47 PM
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This week on Planetside… Our Speculative Poetics series continues with “STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry” by @yarntheory.bsky.social : www.sfwa.org/2026/01/13/s...
An image of Earth from space with the title “This week on…” followed by the Planetside magazine logo. Featured article: “STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry” by Ursula Whitcher Teaser: STEM ideas can inspire poetry in unexpected ways. Here’s how to begin. Series name: Speculative Poetics
January 13, 2026 at 5:35 PM
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This week on Planetside… Our Speculative Poetics series continues with “STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry” by @yarntheory.bsky.social : www.sfwa.org/2026/01/13/s...
An image of Earth from space with the title “This week on…” followed by the Planetside magazine logo. Featured article: “STEM and Leaf: Writing Math and Science Poetry” by Ursula Whitcher Teaser: STEM ideas can inspire poetry in unexpected ways. Here’s how to begin. Series name: Speculative Poetics
January 13, 2026 at 5:35 PM
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This week on Planetside… Lake Bunyonyi’s beauty hides a history few outside Uganda know. Here’s why that matters for SFF worldbuilding.

“Beyond the Beauty: A Research Guide for Responsible SFF Worldbuilding” by @iampreciousck.bsky.social .
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Beyond the Beauty: A Research Guide for Responsible SFF Worldbuilding - SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association
by Kemi Cole. Discover Lake Bunyonyi’s hidden past and learn practical methods for SFF worldbuilding grounded in cultural respect and meaningful engagement with the communities that could shape…
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January 10, 2026 at 6:02 PM
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Last call for Issue #2 of Games & Comics Quarterly! Our newer committees - games, comics, and poetry - have been doing wonderful work for their subgenres. If you are a SFWA Member with a recent or upcoming games or comics title, we look forward to celebrating your latest work in our NRN extension! 🎉
Games & Comics Quarterly - SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association
Introducing the Games & Comics Quarterly For years, SFWA has offered a space for its members to promote their new […]
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January 10, 2026 at 4:58 PM
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Writers, be aware of this scam impersonating Amazon rodraglin.wordpress.com/2026/01/04/n...
New sophisticated publishing scam targets struggling authors on Amazon
I recently received an email stating that “Effective 2026, titles with fewer than 10 customer reviews and inactive rating activity may face reduced visibility or listing restrictions” and that “Ear…
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January 8, 2026 at 10:55 PM
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Here's the email that goes with the Amazon impersonation scam that's going around (note the fake email address--Amazon is not going to be emailing you from a Gmail address)
From: Amazon Business <amazon.business.complianceteam@gmail.com> Subject: Action Required – Review Engagement Policy 2026 Date: December 29, 2025 at 7:27:26 AM PST To: [redacted] Dear Author, Amazon has identified titles with limited customer feedback activity. Effective 2026, titles with fewer than 10 customer reviews and inactive rating activity will face reduced visibility or listing restrictions. Required Action: Please reply with SUPPORT to receive guidance on compliant review engagement practices and improve customer interaction metrics. Early action is recommended to maintain uninterrupted marketplace access. Amazon Marketplace Support © 2025 Amazon.com, Inc.
January 8, 2026 at 11:06 PM
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New #WriterBeware blog post: why writers should consider reverting their rights if they can, especially in context of the Anthropic settlement and other AI copyright lawsuits writerbeware.blog/2026/01/09/r...
Reversion Redux - Writer Beware
In the aftermath of the recent Anthropic Settlement (more information here), many writers are making a reassessment of the necessity and value of copyright registration. Claiming a share of pay-out fr...
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January 9, 2026 at 6:21 PM
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The opt-out deadline for the Anthropic settlement has been extended to January 29, by order of the new judge in the case. www.anthropiccopyrightsettlement.com
Homepage | Bartz v Anthropic Settlement Site
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January 9, 2026 at 7:01 PM
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This week on Planetside… Our worldbuilding series continues with “Beyond the Beauty: A Research Guide for Responsible SFF Worldbuilding” by @iampreciousck.bsky.social :
www.sfwa.org/2026/01/06/b...
An image of Earth from space with the title “This week on…” followed by the Planetside magazine logo. Featured article: “Beyond the Beauty: A Research Guide for Responsible SFF Worldbuilding” by Kemi Cole Teaser: Respectful worldbuilding means engaging with real communities. Here’s how. Series name: Worldbuilding
January 8, 2026 at 5:35 PM
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This week on Planetside… Our worldbuilding series continues with “Beyond the Beauty: A Research Guide for Responsible SFF Worldbuilding” by @iampreciousck.bsky.social . www.sfwa.org/2026/01/06/b...
An image of Earth from space with the title “This week on…” followed by the Planetside magazine logo. Featured article: “Beyond the Beauty: A Research Guide for Responsible SFF Worldbuilding” by Kemi Cole Teaser: Speculative worlds feel true when the research is real. This guide shows you how to start. Series name: Worldbuilding
January 6, 2026 at 5:35 PM
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This week on Planetside… Our worldbuilding series continues with “Beyond the Beauty: A Research Guide for Responsible SFF Worldbuilding” by @iampreciousck.bsky.social . www.sfwa.org/2026/01/06/b...
An image of Earth from space with the title “This week on…” followed by the Planetside magazine logo. Featured article: “Beyond the Beauty: A Research Guide for Responsible SFF Worldbuilding” by Kemi Cole Teaser: Speculative worlds feel true when the research is real. This guide shows you how to start. Series name: Worldbuilding
January 6, 2026 at 5:35 PM
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Thank you to all the volunteers who made so many of our programs possible in 2025. Flight Crew, Planetside, G&CQ, NRN, Poetry, Comics, Game Writing, Contracts, Indie, & more: Your care for your fellow writers made a difference.

Remember: Planetside re-opens today and G&CQ Issue 2 subs close Jan 10!
Volunteers like you make the world go 'round. Thank you for everything you did for your fellow writers in 2025!
January 1, 2026 at 2:42 PM
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This week on Planetside… Discover how poetic language transforms flash fiction into verse and challenges traditional definitions.

Speculative Poetics continues with “Is It Flash Fiction or Poetry?” by @lizjbradley.bsky.social : www.sfwa.org/2025/12/23/i...
Is It Flash Fiction or Poetry? - SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association
by Liz J. Bradley. Explore the blurred boundary between poetry and flash fiction. Examine form, language, and emotion to decide when a story belongs to verse or prose.
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December 28, 2025 at 6:01 PM