Write the SFF Story You Know
You’re Capable Of
Want stronger skills, clearer direction, and to finally make real progress on your manuscript?
We’ve all been there: You have a great idea. You start the draft. But something isn’t clicking.
And most writing spaces are either too broad, too surface-level, or too competitive to be useful.
That’s why Futurescapes focuses on craft, meaningful feedback, and providing the space to help you move forward.
Trusted by Writers Who Take Their Craft Seriously
At Futurescapes, we take speculative fiction seriously. And the writing world has noticed.
Program Recognition
Our workshops have received numerous awards, including from Reedsy in 2023, and NovelList in 2025.
Award-Winning Faculty
Workshop instructors include best-selling SFF authors and winners of the Hugo, Nebula, and World Fantasy Awards.
Selective Workshops
Participants are carefully selected and placed into small, curated cohorts based on submitted work and preferences.
What Futurescapes Offers
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First 10 Submission Workshop
Designed for speculative fiction writers preparing to query. Offers:
- Professional-level critique on your first 10 pages
- Guidance on synopsis and query materials
- Small cohort mentorship
Applications Open Oct. 1
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Virtual Writing Retreat
Three days of guided craft and protected writing time. Offers:
- Dedicated space to draft or revise
- Genre-focused tools and inspiration
- No critique pressure
Registration Opens May 4
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100-Page Workshop
Created for writers ready to strengthen a full manuscript. Offers:
- Big-picture structural critique of the first 100 pages
- Close mentorship in small cohorts
- Clear, actionable next steps
Applications Open May 4
Special Programs
Shorter workshops, craft talks, and guest-led intensives designed to sharpen specific skills.
Writers Get Better When The Process Supports Growth
We firmly believe that:
Speculative fiction should be treated as serious craft
Writing is a skill that can be taught and strengthened
Feedback must be specific, generous, and useful
Revision is where discovery happens
Community supports growth – not competition
Writers who participate in Futurescapes leave with stronger work, clearer direction, and renewed confidence in their process.
Your story deserves more than guesswork.
Get the structure, feedback, and support you need to move it forward.