Events

Events and news from Ian C Douglas, the author and writer. Find out the latest in the world of Ian C Douglas and the details for his upcoming events and appearances.

Strange Little Obsessions

Start date: September 26, 2026
End date: September 27, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Crowne Plaza Hotel

Meet Ian at this first of its kind event in Nottingham

Society of Authors Book Festival

Date: September 5, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Broadway Cinema, Broad Street, Nottingham

Meet authors from across the region. Ian will be reading and signing books

World-Building for Fantasy and Science Fiction (adult course)

Start date: August 10, 2026
End date: August 14, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Nottingham Trent University Summer School

Study basics in creative writing for SF and fantasy. World building, not just maps, timelines, foundation and rules but how it relates to narrative structure, character arcs, even Jungian archetypes. Work on your existing project or start a new one. All guided and supported by Ian.

World-Building: Science Fiction and Fantasy Writing for 15 – 17 Year Olds

Start date: August 4, 2026
End date: August 7, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Nottingham Trent University Summer school

Join summer school and make new friends, enjoy fresh experiences and learn all about creating your own imaginary world. Click the link for more…

Em-Con 2026

Start date: June 13, 2026
End date: June 14, 2026
All-day event
Location: Motorpoint Arena Nottingham

The biggest pop culture event in the East Midlands. Come meet Ian signing books.

World-building: The Next Steps

Date: March 21, 2026
Time: 10:15 am - 12:15 pm
Location: Nottingham Central Library

You’ve taken the first steps in your imaginary world. But what comes next? How do you bring depth to your creation? How do you keep track of all the information? What about timelines? Consistancy? Rules? Join Ian C Douglas, author of the Zeke Hailey adventures, in this fun, relaxed and informative workshop. Suitable for both new writers and the more experienced.

World-building: An Introduction

Date: February 28, 2026
Time: 10:15 am - 12:15 pm
Location: Nottingham Central Library

Writers of fantasy and science fiction may need to invent their own worlds. Everything from kingdoms to planets, magic powers to psychic skills, societies to dynasties. But where to start? What to bear in mind? Ian C Douglas, author of the Zeke Hailey adventures, has run world-building workshops for many years. Join him for this relaxed, friendly and constructive workshop. Suitable both for new writers and more experienced.

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