Press Release – September 12, 2025
SFWA President Kate Ristau:Tasting Notes from Recent Advocacy, Education, and Outreach Some days, the publishing industry is like a nice […]
Protecting Your Intellectual Property: What You Need to Know About Copyright
by Victoria Strauss of WRITER BEWARE®. Learn why official copyright registration matters, how to protect your work, and what authors need to know to avoid scams and qualify for remedies in the US legal system.
SFWA Market Report For September
Welcome to the September 2025 Market Report, which includes SFF market openings, closures, & other changes of note for SFF creators on the submission trail.
Writing Sword Fights: Three Tips from a Professional Swordsman
by Guy Windsor. Writing swordfighting scenes that thrill without being confusing takes skill. A professional swordsman shares essential tips to help authors craft authentic, cinematic duels that keep readers immersed and turning pages.
Press Release – September 6, 2025
A Good Day for Writers Class Action Settlement Values Anthropic Theft at $3,000 per Stolen Work We are happy to
Where Is All the SFF Theater?
by Monica Cross. Science fiction and fantasy have long thrived on stage, yet remain underrepresented. Learn how hidden forces and unspoken assumptions continue to shape the landscape of contemporary SFF theater.
Press Release – August 28, 2025
The Nebulas Keep on Rolling! Join Us in November for Quasar, Our Fall Nebula Event Filled with Panels, Seminars, and
Happy 90-Something, Dear Paperback. Here’s Hoping You Survive to 100
by Rosemary Jones. An in-depth journey through the paperback’s rich history, exploring how this humble format reshaped publishing, empowered readers, and now faces an uncertain digital future.
Press Release – August 21, 2025
Save the Date! Check Out Our SFWA Roster for Baltimore Book Festival! This notice was first sent to all active
Seven Lessons for My Past Self on Running a Small Press
by Holly Lyn Walrath. From contracts to community, a small press founder shares seven essential lessons: what to expect, what to avoid, and what truly matters.