“Headshot” in Terraform: Watch/Worlds/Burn

My social media/war story, “Headshot,” is in a new anthology of stories from Terraform. It’s always a thrill to see one of my stories in print alongside the work of many of my literary heroes. This anthology includes Cory Doctorow, Jeff VanderMeer, and Omar El Akkad – as well as a few people I have long admired but I didn’t expect to see in a sci-fi anthology, like architecture blogger Geoff Manaugh and interactive fiction genius Porpentine Charity Heartscape.

Terraform: Watch/Worlds/Burn is available now!

New Workshop: Writing Sci-Fi & Fantasy Short Stories

I’m happy to announce that I’m teaching a new course for the Writers’ Federation of Nova Scotia. In May 2022, I’ll be leading a 4-week workshop on writing sci-fi and fantasy short stories. You can register here:

Course Description: In this 4-week workshop, students will learn how to craft speculative fiction (SF) short stories—with a focus on the elements that are specific to speculative fiction: setting and worldbuilding, suspension-of-disbelief, introducing readers to unfamiliar concepts, and the unique challenges of characterization in SF stories. The workshop will also include an overview of SF markets and offer tips on publishing sci-fi and fantasy stories.

Recommended experience level: New and emerging writers

Location: Zoom

Dates of 4-week workshop: Wednesdays, May 4 + May 11 + May 18 + May 25, 2022 (7:00pm to 9:00pm Atlantic)

Non-member price: $214 (includes 2022 General Membership in WFNS)

2022 member price: $149