Cool Stuff in Liverpool

• Science Fiction Foundation
  • Europe’s largest English-language collection of science fiction, based in the Sydney Jones Library!
  • SFF also hosts the Foundation journal, an academic critical review for science fiction.
• Current Research in Speculative Fiction Conference
  • Liverpool-based research conference focused on speculative fiction (horror, science fiction, and fantasy)
• DoES Liverpool
  • Community makerspace with 3D printers, laser cutters, an embroidery room, and great coffee!
• George Holt Science Fiction Collection
  • A bit of a campus secret: there is an unofficial SF library in the second floor social study of the George Holt building. There’s around 150 texts, ranging from novels to journals to short story collections, and is still expanding!

FAQ

• What is science fiction?
• Does science fiction only include STEM?
• I’m not really familiar with science fiction, or I don’t feel I’m the “right” type of fan. Can I still join?
• I like fantasy/horror/weird fiction! Can I join?