Writers Helping Writers…
SFWA is, first and foremost, an organization for writers. That means sharing information and tips, no matter where you are in your writing journey! We learn from each other as we all grow in our writing journeys. If you’re looking for a place to start, SFWA writers have already shared a ton of tips, tricks, and how-to guides, linked below.
Stay Informed
Keep on top of SFWA news by subscribing to the New Release Newsletter, and keep on top of industry news about scams, exploitative companies, and bad-faith actors by following Writer Beware®. Our monthly Singularity newsletter for members is also joined with Advocacy Watch and Industry Alert notices from the Board, as applicable.
Learn New Skills
Our Information Center has a smorgasbord of offerings on everything from finding an agent, to working with a critique group, to keeping up your motivation and growing your career. The online magazine of SFWA, Planetside, has scores of articles that can teach you writing skills, industry practices, and more.
Explore New Paths
Looking to make a change in direction? You might find our annual Mentoring Initiative useful, and it’s open to people at any stage in their writing journey.
Or perhaps you’d like more information on independent publishing? We have a complete Indie 101 guide that walks you through the basics, and the team’s monthly meetups are now available on a YouTube playlist.
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Nebula Awards Finalist Announcement
%excerpt% Tananarive Due selected as Toastmaster for the 61st Annual Nebula Awards Conference happening in Chicago, IL from June 3-7.
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Improving Your Covers with Graphic Design Theory
by Misha Grifka Wander. With these simple design principles, independent authors can create compelling ebook covers using grids, color theory, balanced typography, and negative space to convey genre and attract readers.
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SFWA Presents: Get to Know Our Moderation Team
SFWA’s Moderation Team is a group of dedicated volunteers who help keep our online spaces supportive of the professional community. We chatted with Elizabeth Bear, CB Droege, Christine Hanolsy, and Leo Otherland to learn more.
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2026 Nebula Toastmaster
%excerpt% Tananarive Due selected as Toastmaster for the 61st Annual Nebula Awards Conference happening in Chicago, IL from June 3-7.
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Creating Buzz Through Author Readings
by Brenda W. Clough. Here’s how to choose, prepare, and deliver engaging author readings. From selecting the right excerpt to mastering timing, presentation, and audience connection, learn how to make every live or online event memorable.
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2025 Planetside Reader Survey
Help us celebrate the writers for Planetside articles in 2025 and give us guidance with respect to how to keep growing this publication.
