~ Early Web Links ~

Christina Schulman's 'Epiphyte Book Review' is an extensive collection of science fiction book reviews, many originally published in the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review and various SF newsletters and forums. The site features an alphabetically organized index of dozens of reviewed titles spanning well-known authors like Neil Gaiman, Greg Egan, and Steven Brust, making it a handy reference for SF readers seeking informed recommendations.

The N7 Ring is a webring connecting fans of the Mass Effect video game series, helping them discover each other's personal websites. Membership requires a real website (not just social media), adult status, and a genuine love of the franchise.

The Oxford University Speculative Fiction Group (OUSFG) is a student club dedicated to science fiction and fantasy books, TV, movies, games, and comics, with free membership open to all. The site hosts their termcard, a loanable library catalogue, cocktail lists, book quizzes, and an archive of past events and committee pages.

Bill's World features an in-depth exploration of Larry Niven's Ringworld, the iconic science fiction megastructure, complete with detailed descriptions, connections to the Dyson Sphere concept, and references to its appearances in Iain M Banks' Culture novels and the Halo games. The site also includes POVRay rendered images and resources related to the Ringworld concept, making it a treat for hard SF enthusiasts.

The Minnesota Science Fiction Society (MnStF) is a non-profit fan organization founded in 1966, dedicated to celebrating science fiction and fantasy literature through social events, conventions like Minicon and Diversicon, and community outreach. The site serves as a hub for members and newcomers alike, offering meeting schedules, publications like Rune and Einblatt, mailing lists, and information about getting involved in one of the oldest sci-fi fan clubs in the Midwest.

Scifirenegade's personal corner of the web covers science fiction, Doctor Who, games, and demonology, with a self-deprecating humor evident in its 'Trash Can' branding and 'this website sucks' badge. The site is a member of the geekring and features button remasters, hinting at a creative hobbyist with old-web sensibilities.

The Locus Index to Science Fiction is a comprehensive bibliographic reference compiled by Charles N. Brown and William G. Contento, covering science fiction publications from 1984 through 2007 with additional indexes for anthologies, collections, and genre magazines. It also includes indexes for crime fiction, mystery short fiction, and pulp adventure magazines, making it an invaluable research tool for fans and scholars of speculative fiction.

This page appears to be part of the SF Northwest organization website, likely listing science fiction conventions in the Pacific Northwest region. The minimal content visible suggests a conventions calendar or directory for local sci-fi fans.

BDFI is a comprehensive French-language database indexing science fiction, fantasy, and imaginaire book collections and publishers, organized alphabetically for easy browsal. Collectors and authors are invited to contribute scans, corrections, and anecdotes, making it a collaborative reference for French SF/F publishing history.

Stellar Archive is a Nekoweb personal site centered around Star Wars, featuring a listings section and participation in a Star Wars Webring. The image-heavy layout suggests a fan-focused shrine aesthetic with stamps, badges, and fanlisting affiliates tied to the Star Wars universe.