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Join moderator David Green and panellists MK Hardy, Sam K Horton, and Lorraine Wilson as they discuss the intersectionality of faith, science and folklore.

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January 26, 2026 at 4:10 PM
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BFS Chair Shona Kinsella interviews Philip Reeve on Saturday 10th January 2026, 12:15pm to 1:15pm (GMT).

Ticket: tinyurl.com/bfsjustice

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Shown is a graphic that has a white background with multicoloured hands raised in a fist. On the bottom right and left is the BFS logo, a red and black dragon design curling around the letters ‘BFS’. Photos (left to right): Philip Reeve; Shona Kinsella.
January 8, 2026 at 5:22 PM
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We have six readings from a range of authors – fantasy, science fiction and horror – to help you find your next book (or add to that beautiful TBR pile). Bring your favourite tipple and enjoy some first-rate readings from the SFFH community.

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January 7, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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Examining social justice isn’t new for many writers, but what impact does this have? How can SFFH support activist ideals? What is needed for writers to motivate communities & highlight the intersectionality between people across the world?

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January 6, 2026 at 3:09 PM
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Join moderator Yen Ooi and panellists Renan Bernardo, BrightFlame, Wren James, and Francesco Verso as they discuss the creative & optimistic world of solarpunk. Find out more about our panellists here: tinyurl.com/sopunkbf

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The Creative Fix: Social Justice Through Writing – Solarpunk & the Counter-Narrative – The British Fantasy Society
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January 5, 2026 at 10:35 PM
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Fiction has always held up a mirror to reality, but how do you build a secondary world that accurately reflects what you want it to? When you create a new world, you decide what’s normal.

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January 4, 2026 at 9:49 PM
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Hey, please forgive the post, but I don't do BSky messaging as I refuse to scan my DL because what now?

Anyway, I am editor of BFS Horizons and just sent you an email (to oxon) & got a rejection error. I can be reached at bfshorizons [4t] britishfantasysociety [d0t] org
December 29, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Join the BFS for a day of events focused on writing and social justice.

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December 23, 2025 at 8:28 PM
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BFS Online is excited to announce a special guest interview. International bestselling author Dean Koontz chats to BFS Chair Shona Kinsella Wed 21st Jan 2026, 7pm (GMT).

Ticket: tinyurl.com/dkoontz

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Shown is a graphic with a path through a foggy forest in the background; there is an empty bench barely seen through the mist. On the top right and left is the BFS logo, a white dragon design curling around the letters ‘BFS’. Left is a photo of Dean Koontz, who has dark hair and is wearing a light blue shirt and dark blue trousers. Dean is kneeling with his hands on his dog, a golden retriever called Elsa. Right is the cover for The Friend of the Family, Dean’s latest book. The cover has a blue background, four white feathers and one black feather.
December 22, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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BFS Online is excited to announce that the Big BFS Quiz is back! Our next quiz is Thursday 18th December 2025 at 7pm (GMT).

Ticket: tinyurl.com/bigbfsquiz4

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Shown is a graphic that has a dark background. On the top left is a silhouette of a dragon with a question mark quote bubble. Top right is the outline of a book with a feather pen. Bottom left is an outline of a mountain range. Bottom right is a move clipboard with a ghost face. Either side of the top text box is the BFS logo, a black and red dragon design curling around the letters ‘BFS’. Photo: MK Hardy – Erin Hardee hugging Morag Hannah.
December 1, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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The need for diverse voices and worlds in publishing is more prevalent than ever; sharing culture and exploring our relationships to each other.

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December 1, 2025 at 6:10 PM
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R.A. Sandpiper is one of the fastest-rising stars in the fantasy genre. Her latest book, To Touch a Silent Fury, is a sprawling epic romantic fantasy filled with dragons, deceit and a delicious slow-burn romance.

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November 25, 2025 at 5:06 PM
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#imaginarium2 #speculativefiction #eseaauthors #literature #literaryfestival #diaspora #esea #besea #communitybuilding #britishfantasysociety #authortalk #writingcommunity #worldbuilding (5/5)
November 19, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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Marvellous Michael Anson, Stew Hotson, Anna Smith Spark and WP Wiles in conversation with Alexandra Beaumont.

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November 10, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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And that's a very silent wrap, because I've been too busy to comment on what I was doing...

Good weekend though.

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November 2, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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All arrived and registered for World Fantasy Con 2025 in Brighton.

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October 30, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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A wee reminder to buy your book sleeves in advance for collection at WFC.

Stock is limited, so if you know the one you want, please buy now to avoid disappointment.

Buy: britishfantasysociety.org/product/bfs-...

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October 14, 2025 at 1:28 PM
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The more weird and wonderful the better!

Author Q&A plus book signings after the panel.

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October 1, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Almost time to cross the veil into the otherworld…

Our next @britishfantasysociety event is coming up, delve into the world of folk horror with us. Tickets still available through Waterstones Covent Garden.

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Almost time to cross the veil into the otherworld… Our next @britishfantasysociety event is coming up, delve into the world of folk horror with us. Tickets still available through @waterstonescovgarden As the veil thins and we move towards All Hallows Eve, follow these mysterious authors down the rabbit hole of supernatural and folk horror inspired fantasy books. Bring your warding glyphs, and get ready for a night of weird tales and wild fun in this latest British Fantasy Society event. Author Q&A plus book signings after the panel, featuring: @rj.barker @davidmbarnett @linton.marisa
September 26, 2025 at 7:36 AM
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If you want to help me pay for my new flat you can come along to this thing next month. I'm not actually getting paid to appear but I will have books and badges you can buy. 😉

#BritishFantasySociety #WritingPanel #SelfPub #Fantasy #ManchesterEvents #AuthorEvent
Background graphic of a printing press. Urmston Books and BFS logos on either side of the title. Three author photos beneath title plus the compass emblem for Northodox Press Text: The British Fantasy Society & Urmston Books & Board Games “Paths to Publication” Keith Dickinson, Andrew Knighton, Emma Sterner-Radley, Northodox Press Wednesday 22nd October, 7pm, Urmston Books, 72 Flixton Road, M41 5AB Tickets £5 https://www.urmstonbooks.co.uk/paths-to-publication
September 18, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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Hi! Just saw your msg notify ping across my phone. 1st, I don't do BlueSky msgs as I won't give them access to my camera or credit card. 2nd thing, my bad! I gave you the wrong email address. I'm so sorry! Dave is secretary a-t britishfantasysociety d-o-t org. I am robovision a-t hotmail d-o-t com
September 17, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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Are you an unpublished writer or someone who likes to know how things work behind the scenes?

Come chat to the people who've done it all (well, mostly)…

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Background graphic of a printing press. Author photos/press logo followed by a brief description. Keith: Keith is a self-published author of steampunk, fantasy, and cosy crime of varying lengths. He was short-listed for the Lindisfarne Prize 2019, and his novella Glunda The Veg Witch was a finalist for the Book Blogger Novel of the Year Award 2024. Andrew: Andrew has dabbled in self-publishing, had books out through indie presses and been traditionally published with Orbit. He is currently publishing the much lauded Executioner Series through Northodox press. Emma: Emma has run the gauntlet of self-publishing, indie presses, getting an agent, and being traditionally published. Her most recent book, Snowblooded, came out in May 2024 with Solaris to high acclaim. Northodox: Northodox Press is an independent publisher established in 2020, based in Sheffield and Manchester. Our mission is to elevate northern voices and represent the diversity of writing from Northern England.
September 16, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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Author Q&A plus book signings after the panel

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September 15, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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BFS Chair Shona Kinsella interviews New York Times bestselling author Scarlett St Clair.

Find out more about our chair and interviewee here: tinyurl.com/bfsinter

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September 14, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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Readings from Paul Dalton, Caroline Dowse, Wayne Goodchild, Joseph Elliott-Coleman, Alethea Lyons, Sandhya Jain-Patel, and Susie Williamson. Find out more about our readers here: tinyurl.com/bfsmonr

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BFS Online: Something Monstrous, Readings – The British Fantasy Society
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September 13, 2025 at 12:33 PM