Science Fiction and Fantasy Resource Network

Writing a story and not sure where the stars are in relation to each other? Have no fear, this site has maps to help you along!

Science Fiction author Jeffrey A. Carver gives some sage advice for new writers.

Submit your amateur story for publishing on this site. Complete with links, book of the month, etc.

An online community for writers and fans of science fiction and fantasy. Share your work, receive feedback, and discuss all sort of things on our forums!

Sci-fi plot basics by S. Andrew Swann. Good solid advice to keep you on track.

Exploring the history, literature, and lore surrounding Robin Hood, King Arthur, Pirates & Privateers, and other swash buckling characters of balladry, fiction, and film, from The Queen of Elfland to Zorro.

World building article by Stephen Baxter. A reprint of the Fall 1995 issue of the Bulletin of Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America.

World building basics by S. Andrew Swann. Offers exercises to get you going in the right direction.

Online writing workshop critique group. Submit your manuscript and get worthwhile feedback from other authors.

Tips for writers interested in cyberpunk fiction.

"An encyclopedia on Mythology, Folklore, Legends, and more."

Another directory to web information of interest to Science Fiction writers. Includes listings for small house as well as large commercial publishers. Excellent site.

A community for those who write science fiction and fantasy literature. Site features message boards, annotated lists of links to hundreds of sources for research and reference, inspiration for writers and more!

Creative writing tips for sci-fi authors.

Extensive listing of publication sources for writers. Bi-monthly updates.

"This page contains some tidbits of information that might be useful to new writers". Mary is much too modest...this is very practical advice from someone who's been there!

"An encyclopedia on Occult, Mysticism, Magic, and more."

Website provides resources to help players in PBEM (Play By EMail) RPG games write better posts.

Vonda N. McIntyre's "no holds barred" advice on writing is truly helpful for the aspiring author.

Facts for planets and other bodies in our solar system. Good info. for any writer looking for realism in their space epic.