# fiction fantasy (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover fiction fantasy. Page: Feed: --- ## [Using Nature to Build Speculative Worlds for Readers of Any Age](https://sfwa.org/2026/08/18/using-nature-to-build-speculative-worlds-for-readers-of-any-age/) _2026-08-18 · Planetside Crew · SFWA – The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association_ by Gabrielle Kirouac Byrne. Discover how grounding your science fiction and fantasy creatures in familiar patterns of natural behavior can help readers of any age connect more deeply with your imagined worlds. The post Using Nature to Build Speculative Worlds for Readers of Any Age appeared first on SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association . ## [How Patreon Can Structure Your Writing Life](https://sfwa.org/2026/08/11/how-patreon-can-structure-your-writing-life/) _2026-08-11 · Planetside Crew · SFWA – The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association_ by Joyce Reynolds-Ward. You can break each project into segments on Patreon. Instead of jamming them all together on one site, each project receives its own section, pricing, and schedule. Here's how. The post How Patreon Can Structure Your Writing Life appeared first on SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association . ## [Reclaiming Your Focus with a Writer Deck](https://sfwa.org/2026/08/04/reclaiming-your-focus-with-a-writer-deck/) _2026-08-04 · Planetside Crew · SFWA – The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association_ by James Stegall. Writer decks cut through digital distractions and support your creative flow. Discover how to use these devices to reclaim focus, improve accessibility, and create personalized tools designed just for drafting. The post Reclaiming Your Focus with a Writer Deck appeared first on SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association . ## [Science Fiction and Fantasy Novels Giveaway](https://authoranthonytardiff.substack.com/p/science-fiction-and-fantasy-novels) _2026-08-01 · Anthony Tardiff · Root and Leaf - Anthony Tardiff_ So I was invited to participate in a giveaway with other authors of science fiction and fantasy organized by that prolific and professional purveyor of plots, Jeff Wheeler. ## [Writing Tips and Tricks for Time-Poor Parents](https://sfwa.org/2026/07/28/writing-tips-and-tricks-for-time-poor-parents/) _2026-07-28 · Planetside Crew · SFWA – The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association_ by Julie Le Blanc. Here are a few simple and flexible ways to keep writing as a new parent—from voice memos to notebooks to mnemonics—all meant to help you nurture creativity amid the chaos of your baby's early years. The post Writing Tips and Tricks for Time-Poor Parents appeared first on SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association . ## [Guest Genre Grapevine Essay: The Most Important Story You'll Ever Tell](https://jasonsanford.substack.com/p/guest-genre-grapevine-essay-the-most) _2026-07-28 · Jason Sanford · Genre Grapevine_ Note from Jason: I hope you enjoy the following guest essay by Monica Valentinelli. ## [Sawyer on Science Fiction: new non-fiction release](https://shadowpawpress.substack.com/p/sawyer-on-science-fiction-new-non) _2026-07-25 · Shadowpaw Press · News from Shadowpaw Press_ Robert J. Sawyer's massive compendium of non-fiction writing about science fiction, the field he loves so much, is Shadowpaw Press's August release ## [Now Hiring: Events Coordinator and Web Contractor](https://sfwa.org/2026/07/21/now-hiring-events-coordinator-and-web-contractor/) _2026-07-21 · SFWA Communications · SFWA – The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association_ Now Hiring:Events Coordinator and Web Contractor Our team is growing! SFWA is excited to announce two new positions as part \[…\] The post Now Hiring: Events Coordinator and Web Contractor appeared first on SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association . ## [How to Fact-Check Your Science and Gain Inspiration Along the Way](https://sfwa.org/2026/07/21/how-to-fact-check-your-science-and-gain-inspiration-along-the-way/) _2026-07-21 · Planetside Crew · SFWA – The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association_ by Marlee Baldridge. When your research can’t answer all your questions, consider asking scientists for help. Here’s how to find them, what to ask, and how to credit them, with insights from scientists who enjoy working with authors. The post How to Fact-Check Your Science and Gain Inspiration Along the Way appeared first on SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association . ## [Press Release – July 16, 2026](https://sfwa.org/2026/07/16/press-release-july-16-2026/) _2026-07-17 · SFWA Communications · SFWA – The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association_ Our Heads Are Better Than AI: Working Together on Challenges in Industry Dear writer, Right now, the SFF online conversation \[…\] The post Press Release – July 16, 2026 appeared first on SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association . ## [CLI-first decentralized compute (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/H1u7QOauEODf) _2026-07-17 · **Sponsored**_ Run and pay spare GPUs from the CLI — transcode, coinpay (DID+escrow), infernet (AI). ## [An Abridged History of Mathematical Metaphor in Speculative Fiction](https://sfwa.org/2026/07/14/an-abridged-history-of-mathematical-metaphor-in-speculative-fiction/) _2026-07-14 · Planetside Crew · SFWA – The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association_ by Sam Macdonald. Speculative fiction has long borrowed mathematical concepts to explore political systems, technological fears, and the limits of human understanding. Here are a few notable early examples. The post An Abridged History of Mathematical Metaphor in Speculative Fiction appeared first on SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association . ## [Now Hiring: SFWA’s Next Executive Director](https://sfwa.org/2026/07/10/hiring-call-july-10-2026/) _2026-07-10 · SFWA Communications · SFWA – The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association_ Now Hiring: SFWA Executive Director Organization Overview The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association (SFWA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable \[…\] The post Now Hiring: SFWA’s Next Executive Director appeared first on SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association . ## [Searching the Medical Literature for Yourself](https://sfwa.org/2026/07/07/searching-the-medical-literature-for-yourself/) _2026-07-07 · Planetside Crew · SFWA – The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association_ by Randall Hayes, PhD. Learn how scientific material available through PubMed can guide your research and help you create fiction grounded in medical literature. The post Searching the Medical Literature for Yourself appeared first on SFWA - The Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Association . ## [Genre Grapevine: I’m No Longer Staying Silent about Emily Bell’s Harassment](https://jasonsanford.substack.com/p/genre-grapevine-im-no-longer-staying) _2026-06-22 · Jason Sanford · Genre Grapevine_ Yesterday I wrote a happy post about my life, focusing on the pending re-release of Plague Birds and being a finalist for both the Hugo and Ignyte Awards. Unfortunately, I now need to discuss the bad stuff that has been going on recently: For the last year and a half, I have been harassed by Emily Bell, also known as E.D.E. Bell, of Atthis Arts. ## [Genre Grapevine Goodness: Finalist for Hugo and Ignyte Awards, Plague Birds Rerelease on June 30](https://jasonsanford.substack.com/p/genre-grapevine-goodness-finalist) _2026-06-21 · Jason Sanford · Genre Grapevine_ There’s good and bad stuff going on in my life right now. ## [Must-Listen Nebula Awards Speeches by N. K. Jemisin and Ryka Aoki](https://jasonsanford.substack.com/p/must-listen-nebula-awards-speeches) _2026-06-08 · Jason Sanford · Genre Grapevine_ This weekend I attended the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association (SFWA) Nebula Conference, where the winners of this year’s Nebula Awards were announced in a packed Saturday-night ceremony. ## [Math, Meaning, and the Myth of the Thinking Machine](https://authoranthonytardiff.substack.com/p/math-meaning-and-the-myth-of-the) _2026-06-01 · Anthony Tardiff · Root and Leaf - Anthony Tardiff_ Magnifica Humanitas and the urgent need to maintain the conceptual boundary between humanity and AI ## [Two new releases from Robert J. Sawyer--and one in the works!](https://shadowpawpress.substack.com/p/two-new-releases-from-robert-j-sawyer) _2026-05-21 · Shadowpaw Press · News from Shadowpaw Press_ The Downloaded 2: Ghosts in the Machine and a new edition of The Oppenheimer Alternative hit the shelves, and there's another Sawyer title coming... ## [AI Scams Against Authors Will Soon Target Everyone](https://jasonsanford.substack.com/p/ai-scams-against-authors-will-soon) _2026-05-08 · Jason Sanford · Genre Grapevine_ Last September I did a deep dive into the book club scams targeting writers, with scammers using generative AI systems to not only target authors with compellingly detailed emails about their books but also using AI to create fake websites and Discord communities. ## [Genre Grapevine on How Clarion West’s New Partnership Could Make In-Person Writing Workshops More Affordable](https://jasonsanford.substack.com/p/genre-grapevine-on-how-clarion-wests) _2026-05-05 · Jason Sanford · Genre Grapevine_ The science fiction and fantasy genres have long had a “pay it forward” attitude, with genre fans and established writers frequently supporting newer writers and helping them move forward with their careers. ## [Ask the crowd: AI or not (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/UvmH05KhqLir) _2026-05-05 · **Sponsored**_ Get a transparent verdict from verified humans via web, RSS, or API. ## [Aurora and MYRCA nominations for Fireboy](https://shadowpawpress.substack.com/p/aurora-and-myrca-nominations-for) _2026-04-25 · Shadowpaw Press · News from Shadowpaw Press_ Plus: cover art reveal! ## [Genre Grapevine: Must Read Magazines switching to new printer for Analog, Asimov's, and F&SF](https://jasonsanford.substack.com/p/genre-grapevine-must-read-magazines) _2026-04-25 · Jason Sanford · Genre Grapevine_ Must Read Magazines – the publisher of Analog Science Fiction and Fact, Asimov’s Science Fiction, and Fantasy and Science Fiction – announced on April 22 that they are switching to a new printing company. ## [The I is for Ironic](https://authoranthonytardiff.substack.com/p/the-i-is-for-ironic) _2026-04-20 · Anthony Tardiff · Root and Leaf - Anthony Tardiff_ AI slopbots try to butter me up ## [Genre Grapevine on the Anthropic "Blood-Money" Settlement](https://jasonsanford.substack.com/p/genre-grapevine-on-the-anthropic-3ac) _2026-04-15 · Jason Sanford · Genre Grapevine_ The deadline to submit a claim form for the $1.5 billion Anthropic AI settlement recently passed. ## [A new release, and the On Spec 2026 Kickstarter funds!](https://shadowpawpress.substack.com/p/a-new-release-and-the-on-spec-2026) _2026-04-11 · Shadowpaw Press · News from Shadowpaw Press_ Jenna Greene's Broken Realm hits the market, and submissions open for On Spec 2026 ## [Oops: Aurora nominations close tomorrow night, not tonight!](https://shadowpawpress.substack.com/p/oops-aurora-nominations-close-tomorrow) _2026-04-03 · Shadowpaw Press · News from Shadowpaw Press_ "To err is human..." ## [On Spec 2026 Kickstarter less than $1,500 from funding](https://shadowpawpress.substack.com/p/on-spec-2026-kickstarter-less-than) _2026-04-03 · Shadowpaw Press · News from Shadowpaw Press_ Just under two weeks to go! ## [The Final System is out now on Amazon First Reads!](https://authoranthonytardiff.substack.com/p/the-final-system-is-out-now-on-amazon) _2026-04-01 · Anthony Tardiff · Root and Leaf - Anthony Tardiff_ Anyone with Amazon Prime will be familiar with Amazon First Reads from the monthly emails offering you a pick of a free ebook from a list of ten (non Prime members can pick a book for two bucks, instead). ## [Two Saskatchewan Book Award nominees!](https://shadowpawpress.substack.com/p/two-saskatchewan-book-award-nominees) _2026-03-21 · Shadowpaw Press · News from Shadowpaw Press_ Also: an update on the On Spec 2026: New Canadian Literature of the Fantastic Kickstarter ## [My 2026 Hugo Award eligibility post](https://jasonsanford.substack.com/p/my-2026-hugo-award-eligibility-post) _2026-03-21 · Jason Sanford · Genre Grapevine_ It’s weird to wait until March to talk about my Hugo Award eligibility, but with all the current deadlines I’m under, that’s how my 2026 is going. ## [Dissecting Series A Rounds (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/Z8ikVLCd48tb) _2026-03-21 · **Sponsored**_ Two real Series A cases: timelines, investor sequencing, and common founder mistakes. ## [On Spec Kickstarter launches Tuesday!](https://shadowpawpress.substack.com/p/on-spec-kickstarter-launches-tuesday) _2026-03-15 · Shadowpaw Press · News from Shadowpaw Press_ Follow now to be notified! ## [Genre Grapevine on AI Providing Ever-Faster Ways for the Rich and Powerful to Do What They Want](https://jasonsanford.substack.com/p/genre-grapevine-on-ai-providing-ever) _2026-03-15 · Jason Sanford · Genre Grapevine_ Something big is happening with artificial intelligence, at least according to the pundits. ## [New literary historical mystery novel just released!](https://shadowpawpress.substack.com/p/new-literary-historical-mystery-novel) _2026-02-27 · Shadowpaw Press · News from Shadowpaw Press_ The Laundryman by award-winning Saskatoon author Dwayne Brenna follows two Mounties as they seek to solve a murder in the frontier community of Prince Albert, North West Territories ## [Living—and Writing—with ME/CFS](https://authoranthonytardiff.substack.com/p/livingand-writingwith-mecfs) _2026-01-25 · Anthony Tardiff · Root and Leaf - Anthony Tardiff_ So, I have a health condition called ME/CFS. ## [Owning My Humanity](https://authoranthonytardiff.substack.com/p/owning-my-humanity) _2026-01-03 · Anthony Tardiff · Root and Leaf - Anthony Tardiff_ The Question of Ownership in AI-assisted Art ## [Trusting the Stochastic Parrot](https://authoranthonytardiff.substack.com/p/trusting-the-stochastic-parrot) _2025-12-31 · Anthony Tardiff · Root and Leaf - Anthony Tardiff_ So I recently created a web site. ## [Happy New Year!](https://shadowpawpress.substack.com/p/happy-new-year) _2025-12-30 · Shadowpaw Press · News from Shadowpaw Press_ A look ahead to the titles coming from Shadowpaw Press in 2026 from Dwayne Brenna, Jenna Greene, Robert J. Sawyer, and Sharon Butala . . . plus the first On Spec anthology! ## [Hello, World!](https://authoranthonytardiff.substack.com/p/hello-world) _2025-12-18 · Anthony Tardiff · Root and Leaf - Anthony Tardiff_ Who are you? ## [That moment that mattered](https://ikawrites.substack.com/p/that-moment-that-mattered) _2025-11-28 · Ika Wright · Out of Ika's Mind_ When you stop to cherish their breath. A personal note. ## [Plans in my pocket like grains of sand](https://www.infomancy.net/plans-in-my-pocket-like-grains-of-sand/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=plans-in-my-pocket-like-grains-of-sand) _2025-10-17 · Stewart · Infomancy.net_ Somehow, nearly half a year has passed since I last updated this newsletter/blog. I had big plans for summer updates:... ## [Come find me](https://ikawrites.substack.com/p/come-find-me) _2025-09-22 · Ika Wright · Out of Ika's Mind_ POETRY: Because inspiration came and found me after reading the Fiction Dealer. 100 word poetry? ## [Wanderlust](https://ikawrites.substack.com/p/wanderlust) _2025-07-10 · Ika Wright · Out of Ika's Mind_ POETRY : Sometimes a place I've never been to beckons me. 100 word poetry inspired by The Fiction Dealer. ## [The 2024 Nebula Award for Game Writing, Weird Indie Fun, and A Death in Hyperspace](https://www.infomancy.net/2024-nebula-award-for-game-writing-death-in-hyperspace/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2024-nebula-award-for-game-writing-death-in-hyperspace) _2025-06-14 · Stewart · Infomancy.net_ Have you heard the news? A Death in Hyperspace won the 2024 Nebula Award for Game Writing! A group of... ## [Beyond the clouds](https://ikawrites.substack.com/p/beyond-the-clouds) _2025-06-12 · Ika Wright · Out of Ika's Mind_ FICTION: 100 word microfiction inspired by the racoon dealer Miguel ## [Wishes](https://ikawrites.substack.com/p/a-wish) _2025-06-02 · Ika Wright · Out of Ika's Mind_ POETRY: Desires calling within the soul ## [Regret](https://ikawrites.substack.com/p/regret) _2025-05-22 · Ika Wright · Out of Ika's Mind_ FICTION | Fantasy | Romance : A snippet of regret in the face of happiness... ## [Forget-me-not](https://ikawrites.substack.com/p/forget-me-not) _2025-05-14 · Ika Wright · Out of Ika's Mind_ POETRY: Even subtle beauty desires memory ## [Nine Fantastic Stars from A Death in Hyperspace](https://www.infomancy.net/nine-fantastic-stars-from-a-death-in-hyperspace/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nine-fantastic-stars-from-a-death-in-hyperspace) _2025-03-27 · Stewart · Infomancy.net_ A few weeks ago, I got a call from the president of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association to... ## [I wrote of her](https://ikawrites.substack.com/p/i-wrote-of-her) _2025-03-13 · Ika Wright · Out of Ika's Mind_ POETRY : Familiarity is a double-edged thing. ## [Memories #1](https://ikawrites.substack.com/p/memories-1) _2025-03-06 · Ika Wright · Out of Ika's Mind_ POETRY: Sudden memories come back to me in a verse, nostalgic reveries