Awards, Interviews & Appearances
Constructing an Author Media Kit for Podcast Interviews and Convention Panels
Build a professional speculative fiction author media kit with polished headshots,...
Ingrid Nilsen
Editorial Director
I like author pages that do not mumble. Ingrid’s brief is simple: compare the public record, find the signal, and make every interview or appearance earn its place. Trained in comparative literature, she brings a Nordic archivist’s restraint and a convention-goer’s pulse to Merc’s updates, SFF commentary, and community-facing materials.
Writings by Ingrid Nilsen
Short Fiction Commentary
How to Write Constructive and Analytical SFF Short Fiction Reviews
Learn to evaluate speculative short stories and develop evidence-based claims. Handle...
Awards, Interviews & Appearances
Interview Topics for SFF Writers: Process, Identity, and Genre
Use these SFF writer interview topics to shape thoughtful questions on craft, identity,...
