Didn't get what you wanted this year?
For one week only, we're honoring the Early Bird price for all who apply! Apply now to lock in the rate futurescapes.ink/spring-works... #writingworkshop
Happy New Year! Wishing you all the best as we transition to a new year.
Merry Christmas to all who celebrate!
I love this so much.
Excited to be admitted into @futurescapesww.bsky.social Long Manuscript Workshop to work with Editor, Dianna Vega on my romantic fantasy adventure FEATHERS BENEATH THE SKIN 🎉🪽
Can't wait to meet my cohort and dig into the novel I've been obsessing over this year ❤️
I've been admitted to the @futurescapesww.bsky.social 2025 Virtual Long Manuscript Workshop with Miriam Cortinovis! Looking forward to connecting with other authors and figuring out what problems with my MS have been eluding me.
Futurescapes is a wonderful organization and their workshops are fantastic.
We're excited to have you!
If your plot feels messy, try this: write one sentence answering “What problem is this story really about?” Everything else should orbit that.
One of the best parts of Futurescapes is the alumni community — continued access to advanced workshops, the Academy, and more. Spring applications are open:
Permission slip: it’s okay if your writing slows down this week. Rest counts. Reading counts. Thinking counts.
Writing exercise: take a scene you’ve already written and rewrite it focusing only on sensory detail — no plot changes allowed.
We’re adding new faculty to the Spring Workshop lineup and announcing our keynote soon 👀 If you’ve been on the fence, now’s a great time to take a look:
What’s one writing goal you *actually* want to hit before the year ends? Low bars encouraged.
Futurescapes isn’t about pitching — it’s about craft, revisions, and community. If you want thoughtful feedback and time to dig into your work, applications are open:
Today’s the last day to apply for the Futurescapes Spring Workshop at this pricing tier ⏰ Small cohorts, craft-focused, speculative fiction–centric. Spread the word 💙
Today’s the last day to apply for the Futurescapes Spring Workshop at this pricing tier ⏰ Small cohorts, craft-focused, speculative fiction–centric. Spread the word 💙
Writer check-in: are you drafting, revising, or plotting right now — and what’s the hardest part at the moment? or plotting right now — and what’s the hardest part at the moment?
Spring Workshop applications are open at the lowest price right now ✨ No obligation to attend — applying just locks in the rate. If Future You would appreciate this, here you go: futurescapes.ink
📣 Fall Writers!
🎓 The All-Class Pass is here: 15+ craft classes for $490, exclusive to workshop participants.
Missed regular registration?
Apply by August 10 for one of our few remaining late spots (if they're still open)! futurescapes.ink
#WritingWorkshop #SpeculativeFiction #FuturescapesWorkshop
🚨 Deadline Day!
Regular pricing applications for the Futurescapes Fall Workshop close TODAY.
If you’ve been waiting to take the leap, now’s your moment. Join us for a transformative weekend of writing, feedback, and connection.
Apply now: futurescapes.ink
#WritingCommunity #SpeculativeFiction
Craft Exercise: Active Setting
Your setting isn’t just a backdrop—it’s part of the story.
Pick a scene and:
— Add weather that complicates the plot
— Shift the space to mirror or contrast the character’s mood
Make your world move with your story.
#WritingTips #SpeculativeFiction #WritingPrompt
2 DAYS LEFT ⏳
The Futurescapes Fall Workshop is for writers ready to level up.
📅 Sept 11–14 (Online)
✍️ Faculty feedback on your work
🧠 Four days of workshops, Q&As, & critique
🌌 Alumni-only access to our Academy & secret fall event 👀
Apply by July 31→ futurescapes.ink
#Futurescapes #WritingWorkshop
💡Writing Tip: Your plot should test your character—not just physically, but emotionally & morally.
Readers remember stories where characters are changed by their choices.
What’s one moment in your WIP where your protagonist has to make a difficult decision?
#WritingTips #SpecFicWriters
I’m excited to be teaching at the Futurescapes Fall Workshop this September! 🪐 A fantastic virtual workshop for writers of speculative fiction, featuring small-group critiques, industry-focused Q&As, and community.
📝 Application deadline: July 31
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@futurescapesww.bsky.social
Applications are open for the @futurescapesww.bsky.social Fall Workshop (Sept 11–14)! Join me and an amazing group of faculty for critique sessions, craft classes, and community.
It’s virtual, accessible, and one of my favorite writing spaces.
Apply here: buff.ly/MUGBb8Y
#amwriting #writersofbsky
Less than a week to apply for the Fall Workshop 🍂
Spend 4 days diving into your speculative fiction WIP with pro faculty, critique groups & craft classes.
🧙♀️ Faculty feedback
📚 Small group format
👀 Access to our alumni-only perks
Apps close July 31 → futurescapes.ink
#WritingCommunity #SpecFic
🎉 Fall Futurescapes Workshop apps are OPEN!
Looking for expert craft support & community as you level up your writing? Apply now!
🗓 Deadline: July 31
💻 Virtual sessions
👥 Invite your writer friends!
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📌 Writing Tip: Want more immersive writing? Make sure every scene answers: What does the character *want*, and what stands in their way? #WritingTips #FuturescapesWorkshop #amwriting #writingworkshop
Today, we celebrate Independence Day. 🇺🇸
A moment to reflect on the ideals of freedom, community, and expression—and how we can continue working to ensure those ideals are truly inclusive.
To all our storytellers: may your words shape a better future.
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