top of page
Search


Bookmark these HWA member events for December 2025
Bookmark this page and start saving some dates; you'll not want to miss these fun holiday activities! ... so ... many ... events! We encourage all members to show support for our HWA peers this December! It's going to be a great month! ✨ TUESDAY DECEMBE

hwaseattle
3 days ago2 min read


December writing oracle prompt: The Forgotten
💫 from The Citadel deck THE FORGOTTEN Card is in upright position and reveals a lone figure free falling toward a surface commanded by the presence of an unblinking eye. Keywords and phrases: "Missed opportunities" and "Fear of Failure." L: An image of The Forgotten R: The Forgotten, as interpreted by the creator of The Citadel. How to use this prompt You can approach having a specific question or problem you need solved, or you can approach with an open mind waiting for i

hwaseattle
3 days ago3 min read



hwaseattle
7 days ago0 min read


End of year market deadlines for horror writers
AN IRREGULAR MARKETS SERIES Here ar e 22 writing markets and publishing/production opportunities for our Seattle chapter horror folks, in case you're looking for new homes for your work. These listings are for shortform work only (poetry, stories, essays, articles, reviews, comics/graphic narratives, animations). It's essential that you tailor your submission to each publication by reading and following their guidelines. Always check to make sure they are still open for su

hwaseattle
Nov 244 min read


Good stuff is happening in the SEA HWA Discord!
Events are shared; meetups are planned; advice is sought and shared; opportunities are discovered. These are just some of the best of many reasons to join our Discord. Seattle's chapter of the HWA is all about community and support and this is your easiest access point for making connection happen! If you need an invite to join, make a request at hwaseattle@gmail.com

hwaseattle
Nov 171 min read


Things That Go Bump: Ideas for Horror Writers
An irregular series spotlighting 13 useful and inspirational online reads and resources for horror writers everywhere Feel free to share your thoughts here or go to the Discord and discuss. PROCESS 🛜 What Kind of Writing Monster Is Lurking in Your Brain? Writers Helping Writers || 10.2.25 "You wouldn’t think a productive writer would have to worry about monsters. But sometimes, just when you’ve cleared your schedule, opened your laptop, and promised yourself you’ll finally
tkswriter
Nov 135 min read


New submissions rules for the VIEWS FROM THE OVERLOOK anthology
After a small bit of controversy about the upcoming Stephen King dedication anthology, Views from the Overlook , the rules for submissions from non-invited authors have been relaxed. Here are the new ones via screenshots directly from the editor published in late October. Or, go directly to the editor's post here: https://jamieflanagan.com/guidelines-2/ Takeaways: More time to write, less anxiety about missing the deadline because of first come/first served. The guidelines se

hwaseattle
Nov 91 min read


November writing oracle prompt: The Runaway
💫 from The Citadel deck THE RUNAWAY Card is in upright position and reveals an empty birdcage with its door open and no bird in sight. Keywords and phrases: "Secrets" and "Running from Problems" L: An image of The Runaway R: The Runaway, as interpreted by the creator of The Citadel. How to use this prompt You can approach having a specific question or problem you need solved, or you can approach with an open mind waiting for inspiration. Look at the card and note any ideas

hwaseattle
Nov 13 min read


Be safe but spooky tonight, ghouls and gargoyles!
Looking for something to do? Check out the Halloween party at our favorite horrorcentric bookseller in Seattle, Haunted Burrow Books! Oct 31, Friday, 7pm: HALLOWEEN Bash and Costume Contest! No RSVP required, but you can RSVP on Meetup or Eventbrite!

hwaseattle
Oct 311 min read


Late fall market deadlines for writers of the dark and disturbing
AN IRREGULAR MARKETS SERIES Here ar e 15 writing markets and publishing/production opportunities for our Seattle chapter horror folks, in case you're looking for new homes for your work. These listings are for shortform work only (poetry, stories, essays, articles, reviews, comics/graphic narratives, animations). It's essential that you tailor your submission to each publication by reading and following their guidelines. Always check to make sure they are still open for su
tkswriter
Oct 304 min read


It's a Haunted Burrow Halloween!
Haunted Burrow Books, 430 15th Ave. E, Seattle (Capitol Hill) HOURS || EVENTS HWA member Roxanne Guiney, owner of Haunted Burrow Books HWA members are invited to member Roxanne Guiney's bookshop, Haunted Burrow, at 7pm this Friday (Halloween) for a costume party with tarot reader, prizes, and other Halloween fun! Roxanne suggests dressing up as a favorite character in a horror novel of your choosing for the party. The shindig promises to be a great opportunity to have fun wh

hwaseattle
Oct 282 min read


Spooky new PNWA-HWA panel added to October events!
As you know, our spooky season 'tis a little busy around here: check out our October Save the Dates . And then check out this new addition to our event lineup below! Trope on This: The Use and Subversion of Tropes Within the Horror Genre. Panel : Jennifer Brosek, Mark K. McClain, Kino McFarland, Erik Keevan, and Josef B. Wilke. Date: October 29, 2025Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Pacific Time Location: At the Writer's Cottage and Online (Via Zoom) Our panel of horror writers
tkswriter
Oct 151 min read


Stay in touch at the SEA HWA Discord!
A great way to keep in touch with each other between events is through our Discord Server. There, you can find other members, talk about...
tkswriter
Oct 131 min read


Things That Go Bump: Ideas for Horror Writers
An irregular series spotlighting 13 useful and inspirational online reads and resources for horror writers everywhere Feel free to share...
tkswriter
Oct 44 min read


October writing oracle prompt: The Pilgrim
💫 from The Citadel deck THE PILGRIM Card is in upright position and reveals a hand holding a rose in its palm while carrying a brightly lit lantern. Keywords and phrases: "Opportunities" and "Growth" L: An image of The Pilgrim R: The Pilgrim, as interpreted by the creator of The Citadel. How to use this prompt You can approach having a specific question or problem you need solved, or you can approach with an open mind waiting for inspiration. Look at the card and note any
tkswriter
Oct 13 min read


Time to start reading! Seattle Horror Book Club deets for October
Ooooh, it's gonna be a good one! Time to get your copy and start reading! ✨ SATURDAY OCTOBER 25, 2025 from 3:30 to 5pm Come on down to...
tkswriter
Sep 301 min read


Spooktacular HWA member events for Spooky Season 2025
Bookmark this page and start saving some dates; you'll not want to miss these fun spooky season member events! ...
tkswriter
Sep 304 min read


Don't miss out on the new book club—and the new book bus—this Saturday!
✨ SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 from 4 to 5:30pm Come on down to the Central branch of the Seattle Public Library to discuss Diavola with...
tkswriter
Sep 251 min read


October 2025 market deadlines for spooky season writers
A N I R R E G U L A R M A R K E T S S E R I E S Here are 13 ( muwahahaha! ) writing markets and publishing/production...
tkswriter
Sep 243 min read


tkswriter
Sep 210 min read
bottom of page