Join author, Nancy Taber, to learn about thedefinition of speculative fiction,genres of speculative fiction (e.g., alternate history, fantasy, paranormal, science fiction, steampunk) with their associated tropes, and how speculative elements such as fairy tales, folklore, magic, myth, and the supernatural can be used in a variety of genres (e.g., contemporary, historical, romance, thriller, women’s fiction). Using a combination of discussions, examples, and interactive exercises,the workshop will assist participants in incorporating speculative fiction into their own writing, whether for short stories or novels. The workshop—suitable for writers with any ability or familiarity with writing and speculative fiction—will focus on how to make world-building in speculative fiction believable, coherent,and immersive.