Past Events

  • Short Story Club #1

    Short Story Club #1

    ‘Stitched to Skin like Family Is’ by Nghi Vo Short Story Club is a reading club for time-poor people who love speculative fiction. Just like other clubs we read the story and discuss it… though expect to go deeper into craft elements as writers. The first Short Story Club reading is Nghi Vo’s award-winning…

  • Speculative Writing Night: November 2025

    Speculative Writing Night: November 2025

    Write-in at Chatswood Library Speculative Writing Night is our regular write-in night at Chatswood Library. Our aim is to provide a supportive community for speculative fiction writers at all levels, offering a platform for networking, dedicated writing time, craft discussions, and publication tips. Whether you’re just starting or an established wordsmith, join us on…

  • Open Mic: November 2025

    Open Mic: November 2025

    Annie McCann at WestWords Parramatta WestWords has partnered with Sydney Speculative Scribes to take your word from the page to the stage. Come read a short story or an excerpt from your longer work and listen to other speculative fiction writers in an intimate and supportive environment. Our featured reader this session is Annie McCann. Annie…

  • Speculative Writing in Focus 2025

    Speculative Writing in Focus 2025

    Part of the Willoughby Literary Festival As part of our commitment to Sydney speculative writers who are at an intermediate level looking to develop professionally, we present Speculative Writing in Focus, a one-day event full of sessions to elevate your skills, in partnership with the Willoughby Literary Festival. Schedule: Host: Adeline Teoh with Stephanie Johnson…