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Oh right, I should probably boost this over here as well:

My sister-in-law would like me to remind everyone that free-to-read speculative fiction magazines Strange Horizons and Samovar pay Pro Rates for artists, writers, and, in Samovar's case, translation! They are also always looking for stories by and about marginalized people: Non-straight, non-cis, intersex, POC, disabled, minority religion, etc. Samovar also offers stories in multiple languages, so feel free to submit something that's not in English! For example, in their recent Mexicanx issue, they had a story in Nahuatl!

The staff at Strange Horizons and Samovar are especially proud to focus on content about a particular identity whenever bigots get up in arms about their inclusion (or, as was the case with the Sad/Rabid Puppies and the Hugos a few years back, have completely misunderstood what the magazine and its staff stand for).

From an accessibility standpoint, they also have a podcast and toggle-able content warnings at the top of each writing entry; as of very recently, the content warnings are also available in multiple languages!

From a writing standpoint, Strange Horizons and Samovar use the broad definition of speculative fiction that includes not only all types of fantasy and sci-fi, but horror, and pretty much all non-reality elements, as well as accepting poetry and nonfiction.

Also, again, my SIL works as an editor for them, and I can vouch that she's good people and is telling the truth about how enthusiastic the staff are about representation in stories.

Anyway, if you like to write stuff (or draw or translate stuff!), or like speculative fiction, be sure to check them out!
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Signal boosting Fandom for Australia!

Multiple fandom promo shots surrounding title For Australia: supporting the Australian Bushfire relief
A fandom auction helping raise donations for those affected by the Australian Bushfires.

SIGN-UPS OPEN: 25 Jan 2020
BIDDING STARTS: 23 Feb 2020

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I personally have participated in many fanwork fundraisers in the past, and have always had a wonderful time. If there's a particular queer headcanon you've always wanted to see in a fic or fanart but have never come across, this may be the opportunity you've been waiting for! Offering your own services is also a great way to participate, and options are in no way limited to writing or drawing, or even to solely fannish pursuits. I've seen jewelry, linencraft, editing services, recipe collections, monthly letters, and more all go up on offer at previous fandom fundraisers.

There's no obligation to participate, but I thought this might be something that intersected with a lot of our interests here.

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