Our bylaws and policies are the basis for our membership requirements and you are encouraged to read all of them. However, the following is an abridged list for your convenience.
Requirements
- Members must be at least 18 years old
- Members must write speculative fiction
- Members must write and critique in English
- Members must adhear to our Code of Conduct
- Members must meet certain technical requirements for online critique
- Have use of a computer, tablet, or mobile device.
- Have use of a video camera.
- Have use of a microphone and speakers or a headset.
- Have an internet connection that can handle video chat (upload speed at least 2Mbps).
- Proficiency with a word processing program and either know how to or willing to learn how to use editing and markup features such as Track Changes, Suggested Edits, and Comments.
- Ability to access Zoom.
- Experience using a screen reader is important for people with visual impairments.
- Know how to or be willing to learn how to use Google Drive and Google Docs.*
How to learn Google Drive and Docs
*Below are some videos showing how to use those Google apps. They may not be completely accurate if Google has made updates since they were created, but they will give you the idea if you’ve never used them before. Persons seeking to be a member should first learn how to use the online software we use so they can start submitting and critiquing material right away.
Google Docs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9i_h-WMQ68
Google Drive: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbVnObwFJic