WorldShift: The Speculative Fiction Writers’ Summit 2025 (August 20–23) is a free, 4-day online event for fantasy, sci-fi, romantasy, horror, and genre-bending writers. These sessions go deep into craft and publishing. And honestly, any writer can benefit.
Alex Temblador will be providing a one-hour presentation on Writing Identities Not Your Own for Speculative Fiction Writers on August 22 at 9:10 am. She’s not the only author providing a presentation. There are 30 speakers, which means 30 sessions! With a ticket you get:
🎟️ Free 24-hour access to every talk
🎁 Want lifetime access + bonuses? Grab the All Access Pass for just $67
👉 [Get your ticket here]
*Affiliate Disclosure: As a summit speaker, I may receive a commission if you choose to grab the All Access Pass using my link — at no extra cost to you!
This summit brings together over 30 top authors, book coaches, and publishing insiders to help you finish your novel with intention and clarity.
👉 [Snag your free ticket here]
We’re covering essential topics like:
✅ Mindset & Process
✅ Character Development & Arc
✅ Plot & Structure
✅ Craft Techniques
✅ Diversity & Inclusivity
✅ Paths to Publication
You’ll learn from powerhouse speakers like:
K.J. Dell’Antonia, NYT bestselling author, on the challenge of writing magic
Lisa Cron, author of Wired for Story, on how the brain is wired for narrative
Leslye Penelope, TIME Top 100 Fantasy pick for Song of Blood & Stone, on worldbuilding
K.M. Weiland, award-winning author & story structure expert, on weaving plot, character, and theme
Sue Campbell, author marketing coach & mindset expert, on setting goals that actually get your book written and your author platform built
Gabriela Pereira, founder of DIY MFA, on using character archetypes to deepen your protagonist
Rachael Herron, bestselling author, on the truth about traditional vs. self-publishing
Alex Temblador, award-winning author, on writing an identity not your own
…plus 25 more sessions covering ADHD writing strategies, LGBTQIA+ rep, revision, querying, sensory detail, and how to finally finish that novel that’s been haunting you.
Whether you’re writing fantasy, sci-fi, horror, dystopian, or something that doesn’t fit in a tidy box, you’ll be in good company.
With your free ticket, you’ll have 24-hour access to each talk. That’s plenty of time to tune in to what you need. But if you’re anything like me, you’ll want to revisit the gold again and again.
That’s where the WorldShift All Access Pass comes in. It gives you lifetime access to every session, plus exclusive bonuses from our speakers. Right now, it’s just $67. The price increases when the summit begins.