A speculative fiction writers group based in Brooklyn. Together, we help one another hone our craft to a more professional level. This group is open to serious writers of fantasy, science fiction, urban fantasy, new weird, horror, slipstream, steampunk...anyone writing under the vast umbrella of near-realities and un-realities we enjoy reading so much. Critiquing one another's work takes center stage, always focused on constructive criticism that will support each of us as we work to become bett …

The Speculative Collective is a writing critique group formed in 2008, which caters to all varieties of speculative fiction writing. Our group meets once monthly to share our science fiction, fantasy, or even more unusual writing with each other.  Work is posted in advance, and then critiqued at the meetup by everyone in the group, from those just starting out to the more experienced, published writers in our group.

Meet other local Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers! Gather to network, exchange ideas, and socialize with others who are interested in writing about Sci-fi, fantasy, and other types of speculative fiction (SF)! - Have your writing critiqued in a positive, supportive atmosphere. - Get answers to your burning questions about writing. - Share your own knowledge and insight with other aspiring writers. - Guest speakers some months, including novelists and editors! You can bring a work you …