
What we’re about
If you're exploring the worlds beyond mainstream literature, MinnSpec welcomes you.
We are Minnesota Writers of Science Fiction, Fantasy, Speculative Fiction, Magical Realism, Horror -- all things speculative.
Come to network, hear readings from works in progress, swap story critiques, and talk shop. Our members range from those just starting out to established authors with multiple book contracts.
Want to know more? Check our Facebook group.
Check out our official site: http://minnspec.org
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Michael Merriam - Guest of Honor at MarsConHilton Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport, Bloomington, MN
Michael Merriam, MinnSpec co-founder and long-time organizer, will be Guest of Honor at MarsCon in Minneapolis, MN.
Michael is an award-winning author, performer, playwright, and screenwriter. He is the author of the steampunk and Weird Western series Sixguns & Sorcery, and his essays and stories have appeared in Uncanny Magazine, Cast of Wonders, and Andromeda Spaceways Inflight Magazine. His latest novel from Queen of Swords Press is Last Car to Annwn Station. He has published a dozen books and over 100 pieces of short fiction and poetry. His scripts have been produced for stage and radio, and he has appeared in the Minnesota Fringe Festival, Not-So-Silent Planet, StoryFest Minnesota, and over the air on KFAI and Minnesota Public Radio. Like most artists, he has worked a variety of odd jobs over the years, including short order cook, late night radio disc jockey, international freight specialist, rock-a-billy bassist, and manager of a puppet troupe. He lives in Minneapolis, MN, with his wife, housemate, an elderly dog, and two exuberant cats. Visit his website at www.michaelmerriam.com.
MarsCon (https://marscon.org/2024/index.php) is a fan-run science fiction convention for all ages held every March in the Minneapolis/Saint Paul area. At MarsCon you’ll find multiple programming tracks, parties, Guest of Honor presentations, science and science fiction, our art show, film/anime, gaming, and dealers rooms, charity auction, and masquerade. Online registration for MarsCon 2024 is at www.eventbrite.com/e/marscon-2024-tickets-582342119957.