California: SoCal

Topic: World-Building 101: How to Make Your Fantasy Stories Realer Than Life No matter what story you're crafting--be it horror, supernatural, sci-fi, superhero, or something genre-bending--the very first step is to build a reality that's as real as the one we're in now. Join for some tips on addressing the 5 (or more!) senses, developing characters that may or may not be human, addressing the geo-political-socio-econ-etc. of your setting, and (my favorite part...) building a "world bible" so you have a constant reference guide at your side anytime you need it.

Our region includes Long Beach and the counties of San Bernardino, Riverside, and Orange. We are a friendly group that provides meet-ups, critique groups, a spring MG/YA writers retreat and a fall conference. If you are just starting out or have a long-standing career as a writer or illustrator, you are invited to join us. We’re all about making connections!

Design our website banner for Fall Harvest 2025! The winner will get attributed on our website - great for publicity - PLUS get free registration to our Fall Harvest Event.