Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America facts for kids

The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America, also known as SFWA, is a special group for writers. It is a nonprofit organization, which means it does not aim to make money. Instead, it helps professional writers who create science fiction and fantasy stories.

SFWA was started in 1965 by Damon Knight. Even though it began in the United States, it has members from all over the world. As of 2019, the president of SFWA is Mary Robinette Kowal.

This organization has about 1,900 members. All these members are professional writers who have published their work.

What Does SFWA Do?

SFWA helps its members in many ways. It supports them, promotes their work, and speaks up for their rights. Think of it like a club that looks out for its members.

The Nebula Awards

One of the most important things SFWA does is give out the Nebula Awards. These awards are very famous in the world of science fiction and fantasy. SFWA's active members get to vote for these awards. Winning a Nebula Award is a big honor for writers.

Who Runs SFWA?

SFWA is run by a group of people called the Board of Directors and an administrative staff. They work together to make sure the organization helps its members.

The Board of Directors

The Board of Directors includes the president, vice president, secretary, and chief financial officer. They also have other directors who help make important decisions for SFWA. The current president is Mary Robinette Kowal.

Administrative Staff

The administrative staff helps with the daily tasks of SFWA. They manage events and help members with their questions. For example, Kate Baker is the executive director, and Steven H Silver manages events.

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In Spanish: Asociación de escritores de ciencia ficción y fantasía de Estados Unidos para niños