The Hull SF Group was set up in 1988 to bring together people interested in speculative fiction/science fiction. Activities include informal member's talks, guest speakers (including authors), debates, readings and social events (eg meals). For a description of what we actually do, see Meeting Formats.
Previous guests have included authors Pat Cadigan, Graham Joyce, Colin Greenland, Neal Asher, and Ian Watson. A few examples of topics discussed: 'Alternative Histories', 'Mythical Creatures', 'Music and SF', and 'Feminist Utopias'. Authors previously discussed include Samuel R. Delany, Joanna Russ, Garry Kilworth, and Jeff Noon.
Please contact us in advance to confirm.
For more information, contact Mike Cross, Carol Ann Kerry-Green.
| Date | Subject/Format | Presenter(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 14 January | Planning Meeting, Short Story Readings, Book Reviews | All |
| 28 January | Current science stories | Discussion |
| 11 February | The books of Emily St. John Mandel | Dave |
| 25 February | What makes a controversial story (An AI-generated list of books) | Discussion |
| 11 March | Guest: Keith Cooper, author of Amazing Worlds of Science Fiction and Science Fact | |
| 25 March | Dark tales for young people | Steve (Chair) |
| 8 April | Cordwainer Smith | Mike |
| 22 April | Shrove Tuesday, may move to 29th | |
| 13 May | Math & Physics stories | Ian |
| 27 May | TBA | Trace |
| 10 June | Urban fantasy, from a reading & writing perspective | Carol |
| 24 June | ? Maybe Charles Beaumont | Dave |
| 8 July | Planning Meeting, Short Story Readings, Book Reviews | All |
| 22 July | ||
| 12 August | ||
| 26 August | ||
| 9 September | ||
| 23 September | ||
| 14 October | ||
| 28 October | ||
| 11 November | ||
| 25 November | ||
| 9 December | Christmas Mayhem | All |
| 24 December | NO MEETING |
The usual rider applies - if any guest authors are arranged meetings will be rearranged as appropriate.