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Writing Competitions 2025
A list of writing competitions with deadlines in 2025, managed by British organisations. Your chance to get recognised as a writer!
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ComicCons and Speculative Fiction Festivals 2025
A guide to ComicCons and other book festivals for lovers of fantasy, science fiction and horror fiction in 2025.
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A-Z Witches and Witchcraft for Writers
My post curates the research on witches and witchcraft I've done for my next novel. I hope other writers find it helpful and inspiring.
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What is grimdark noir?
What is grimdark noir? My post explores the elements of this sub-genre of fantasy that's been applied to my novel.
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What is Science Fantasy?
Science fantasy is subgenre of speculative fiction - but what makes it different? How might this difference help writers create stories?
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Fairies, Folklore and Fantasy
My post explores how fairies feature in folklore in history and cultures across the world. Perfect source material for fantasy writers.
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Folklore Magic for Fantasy Authors
A catalogue of sources of folklore where magic plays a vital role - to inspire and inform fantasy authors looking for ideas and answers.
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The A to Z of British (and Irish) Mythological Creatures
The United Kingdom is 94,354 square miles. In comparison to many nations, it’s not that big! Yet, size isn’t everything when it comes to...
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Literary agents for speculative writers
To save time trawling literary agencies to find agents willing to represent speculative fiction writers. Good luck!
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