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CFP: Science Fiction and Fantasy SW/TX PCA/ACA (12/1/12; 2/13-16/2013) Join us for the 34rd Annual Southwest/Texas Popular Culture and American Culture Associations Conference, February 13-16, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The Science Fiction and Fantasy Area … Continue reading →

Call for Papers The 2013 Joint Eaton/SFRA Conference Science Fiction Media April 10-14, 2013 Riverside Marriott Hotel Riverside, California This conference—cosponsored by the Eaton Collection of Science Fiction and Fantasy (UC Riverside) and the Science Fiction Research Association—will examine science … Continue reading →

European Fandom and Fan Studies, 10 November 2012 One Day Symposium, Amsterdam School for Cultural Analysis and University of Amsterdam Department of Media Studies Call for Papers Fan Studies is growing but primarily focused in North America. This one day … Continue reading →

We are seeking abstracts for inclusion in a proposal for an edited volume on the subject of steampunk. The anthology will present a varied look at steampunk culture and criticism, presenting a comprehensive look at the genre’s impact and development … Continue reading →

Two-Day International Conference: University of Sunderland 3rd/ 4th April 2013. Keynote Speakers: Dr. Will Brooker (author of ‘Hunting the Dark Knight: Twenty-First Century Batman’, ‘Batman Unmasked’ and editor of ‘The Blade Runner Experience’). Professor Christine Geraghty (author of ‘Now a … Continue reading →

Date: Friday 8th-Saturday 9th March 2013 Location / Hosed by: St Mary’s University College, Twickenham and Strawberry Hill House Confirmed Speakers: • Michael Snodin (The Victoria and Albert Museum) • Prof John Bowen (University of York) • Prof Allan Simmons … Continue reading →