Clarion Writers’ Workshop 2015 Applications Now OpenWhat is Clarion?Clarion is an intensive six-week summer program focused on fundamentals particular to the writing of science fiction and fantasy short stories. Hosted on the beautiful beachside campus of the University of California, San Diego, it is the premier proving and training ground for aspiring writers of science fiction, fantasy, and horror. Instructors are among the most respected writers and editors working in the field today. Over one third of Clarion graduates have been published and many have gone on to critical acclaim. The list of distinguished Clarion alumni includes Ed Bryant, Octavia Butler, Bob Crais, Cory Doctorow, George Alec Effinger, Nalo Hopkinson, James Patrick Kelly, Vonda McIntyre, Kim Stanley Robinson, Martha Soukup, Kelly Link, Bruce Sterling, Ted Chiang, and many others. When?June 21 - August 1, 2015 Who are the instructors this year?Who can apply?Any aspiring writer, whether unpublished or published, can apply. Scholarships, including the Octavia Butler Scholarship for students of color, are available. When can I apply?The application period runs from December 1, 2014 to March 1, 2015. Apply before February 1, 2015 to qualify for the lowest application fee. What do former alumni have to say about their experience at Clarion?
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