I love all kinds of books, but especially Science Fiction and Fantasy. When I finish a really good book, I love to be able to discuss some of the ideas the author introduced, check my understanding of some of the plot twists and character development, and generally just say how much I liked or hated the book. If you would also like to discuss new books, ideas and authors with SF&F fans, this group is for you! Join us each month for a new book, decided by poll.

Our aim is simple - to meet up with like-minded talent and fans, and showcase the finest brand spanking, neo-burlesque, old skool Ghost/Horror show for a decidedly new skool audience. Always on the look-out for Go-go dancers, crazed gorillas, mad magicians, strippers, comics, film-makers and ghoulish mc's to perform live on stage. We held a 3-day, star filled BOOBS & BLOOD Film and Burlesque Festival in Sept. of 2010 at the NEW BEVERLY CINEMA, Premiered the outrageous "NUDE NUNS WITH BIG GUNS" a …

BEST SELLING CHILDREN'S BOOK AUTHOR ETAN BORITZER WILL PRESENT A TALK ON HOW TO PUBLISH YOUR BOOK, FOLLOWED BY DISCUSSION WITH MEET-UP GROUP! I am interested in helping those writers (and illustrators) who are at any stage of development with their book project; children's or juvenile, adult fiction or non-fiction, science fiction, etc... the publishing process is the same for all categories! I have been independently publishing my own children's book series since 1995. This is my day job! Check …

Writing for work or play, what would you like to do? The goal of this group is to promote excellence and productivity through the skill and craft of writing. Free workshops to set your goals and action plan, then more action-oriented activities to prevent writer's block from setting it!

Hi!  Welcome to my group & I hope we meet up soon! :)  This group is for nerds, geeks, or even dorks (yes, there is a difference) to come together for some fun times on the westside.  If you're not sure which you are, go here for the test: http://helloquizzy.okcupid.com/tests/the-nerd-geek-or-dork-test.  Even if you're in a miscellaneous category, feel free to join up!  Events should be small to large and we'll spend time hanging out and talking or doing other fun (legal) activities... games, m …

The Scriptwriters Network, founded in 1986, is an educational, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) non-profit, volunteer-driven organization created by writers for writers and industry professionals. The Network serves its members by providing educational programming, enhancing their awareness of the realities of the business, developing access and opportunity through alliances with industry professionals, and furthering the cause and quality of writing in the entertainment industry. Whether you are a filmmake …

Classes by Instructor Jim Higgins At a glance: Next Creating Comics Class Starts Wednesday, February 15th, 2012. Next Webcomics Workshop Starts Saturday, February 11th, 2012. Drawing Comics for Kids meets Thursdays – it’s ONGOING! Sign up any time. Next Inking and Coloring Comics starts Tuesday, February 14 at 7pm.

Does giving presentations or running meetings terrify you? We can help! At our meetings, you will learn how to: • Give effective prepared speeches • Speak ‘off the cuff’ with no advance preparation • Give and receive effective feedback • Conduct productive meetings • Develop as an effective communicator and leader and gain skills to add to your résumé JOIN US FOR OUR OPEN HOUSE ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 2011 AT 6:30 PM! Open to the public! Bring yourself and invite a friend! WHO: Starship T …

PALA holds monthly meetings in West Los Angeles, covering many aspects of interest for self-publishers through mid-sized publishers. We are all about promotion, marketing, mechanics of publishing and its support services, networking, presenting monthly meetings,  national webinars, and teleseminars. If you are published or think you may want to publish, we have the information for you.

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If you are interested in: Sci-Fi Fantasy Horror Mythology Manga Comics D&D Board Games Magic: The Gathering Star Trek Star Wars Harry Potter Then this is the place for you!

Long Beach RetroGeeking What is Retro-Geeking and who is it for? Do you find yourself geeking out over 70's/80's/90's music, classic computers (Apple II/Commadore 64/IBM-PC/TRS-80), cartridge-based game consoles (Atari 2600/NES/Super Nintendo/Sega Genesis), D&D/strategy/board games, or the scientific feasibility of technology found in comics/books/movies/TV shows? You have come to the right place!!! RetroGeeking provides the opportunity to (re)experience retro pop-culture in various forms wi …

… This group is not intended to be a hook-up group -- but it is not against the bi-laws. Science fiction fans always welcome.    

Meet working high-level entertainment industry professionals face to face in a roundtable events that are similar to business meetings. The ratio of student to guest is exceptional. Usually 10:1. You can ask questions and get advice related to your objectives in the industry. Usually we attract writers but have also attracted producers, actors and composers who want to advance their career.

A group for families to share their love of SF & Fantasy through activities and events the whole family can enjoy. Whether it's a Harry Potter party or lasertag at Ultrazone, an overnighter at a local camp ground, or a Star Wars event, a paper-based gaming session with education infused, a simple Movie Night, or a pre-Halloween costume-making extravaganza, this group serves the growing family for common interests, friends and fun. Recommended for families with kids showing interest in YOUR fa …

An otaku group that puts on events for charity and just for fun! We're gamers and nerds doing great things for good causes!