Follow these guidelines to learn how science fiction and fantasy writers transport readers to new worlds designed from pure imagination.

May 31, 2011 - Suzanne Pitner

With the October/November issue, F&SF enters its 60th Year with fiction from Stephen King, Geoff Ryman, Robert Reed, Terry Bisson, Michael Swanwick and Carole Emshwiller

Sep 13, 2008 - Colin Harvey

Fiction from Ian R. MacLeod, Albert E Cowdrey, John Langan, Richard Bowes,Heather Lindsley, Sean McMullen; Mark Rich's biography of Cyril Kornbluth reviewed

Jul 26, 2010 - Colin Harvey

Fiction by Kate Wilhelm, Barry N. Malzberg, Richard A. Lupoff, Alan Dean Foster, Albert E. Cowdrey; reviews by Charles de Lint, humour from Paul Di Filippo.

Feb 23, 2011 - Colin Harvey

An English writer broke out of the space travel mould that defined most science fiction until he came along.

Dec 13, 2011 - Rupert Taylor

If you're serious about writing science fiction, you need to read the professional markets, the trade journals, and science and technology magazines.

Jan 28, 2009 - Angie Smibert

Gordon Van Gelder, editor of the Magazine of Fantasy and Science Fiction, talks about the magazine's future, editorial policies, and what he's not looking for right now.

Jul 19, 2006 - Cat Rambo

Teens who appreciate authentic science fiction will love these classic sci-fi novels which originally inspired, and continue to influence, the entire sci-fi genre.

Nov 13, 2009 - Francine Morrissette

Fiction from Tom Purdom, Chris Willrich & Eric Brown, James Patrick Kelly's silver jubilee story and columns from Robert Silverberg and editor Sheila Williams.

Apr 9, 2009 - Colin Harvey

The Golden Age of Science Fiction dawned just before the onset of World War II. It began to mature when the troops came home.

Sep 25, 2008 - Shawn M. Tomlinson

A short explanation on the truth behind the concept of "writing what you know."

Nov 7, 2010 - Patrick Stephens

On August 2, 2011, Amazon announced that Kindle users are now able to get a special Kindle edition of Fantasy & Science Fiction magazine for free.

Aug 2, 2011 - Alex Sharp

Learn about the event in Roswell New Mexico as the 60th anniversary of the event is celebrated in 2010 with a four-day festival.

Jun 2, 2010 - Angela Grogan-Henehan

Dia Calhoun, winner of the Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Children's Literature, discusses fantasy, the pressures of awards, and the importance of relationships.

Mar 19, 2007 - Mechele R. Dillard

These magazines are open to submissions from new or experienced fantasy writers, and offer payment for publication.

Sep 22, 2009 - Michelle Schusterman

You've never read a happily ever after about a Prince Charming falling for an evil stepmother, well not until now anyway.

May 27, 2011 - Jessica Hastings

Fiction writers do extensive research to include details that make their short stories and novels ring true. The writing process includes fact-finding and note taking.

Aug 3, 2009 - Suzanne Pitner

How to use a blog to serialize that great story and keep readers begging for more. Writing serial fiction is easy and a great way to learn to write.

Mar 27, 2010 - Sandra Fowke