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UofT’s one and only speculative fiction journal 🦉| Est. 2013💫
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We're out for fresh(man) blood!

The Spectatorial is opening applications for First-Year Representative! Those reaped by the Owl shall gain first-hand experience in writing and editing and make their mark in the UofT literary scene.

Applications are due October 23rd! Link in bio!

#masthead #specfic #uoft #writer #journal

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We are back! Meet the masthead of The Spectatorial for the 2026/2027 school year!

#masthead #specfic #uoft #writer #journal

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🚨 instagram keeps flagging our posts as AI, which we DO NOT USE ❌❌❌

submit to our “SCI-FI: retrofuturism” zine at the link in our bio! we accept flash fiction (max 700 words), poetry, illustrations, comics (1-2 pages), maps, and all manner of other creative works. the deadline is midnight on october 1st 🚀🌟 see you, space cowboys… we look forward to your submissions! by @thespectatorialuoft

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🚨BLOG POST ALERT🚨

Oi, Hughie, what's with The Boys' episode titles making no bloody sense? Well, @emonhssn237 / @emon.arts237 might know, and the answer is diabolical.

Read more at the link in bio.

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🚨BLOG POST ALERT🚨

Wrapping up this summer’s posts, come check out Leeanne’s article about this famous short story, and how it’s still being referenced to this day!

Read more at the link in our bio🦉 by @thespectatorialuoft

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THE SPECTATORIAL IS BACK!

We're hosting our Summer Zine launch this Friday, and all are welcome to venture to new worlds with us! There will be food, drinks, live readings and lots of time to meet fellow readers and writers!

This summer's genre was FANTASY with a theme of OTHER WORLDS, and as our first zine of the year, our masthead alone worked to bring this journey to you all. Stay tuned to find out how YOU can write for our future zines, with more genres and themes on the way.

We hope you join us! taken in Innis College by @thespectatorialuoft

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🚨BLOG POST ALERT 🚨

Learn more about “mystery box” storytelling and how Weapons utilizes it to great effect, in @emonhssn237 piece!

Read more at the link in bio!🦉 by @thespectatorialuoft

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2 months ago

🚨BLOG POST ALERT 🚨

The Spec has some new additions to the blog, and we’re excited to share them! This first one, by our very own Senior Editor @norahhhh_04 explores this trope of “fridging”—and why it may be time to put it away.

Check out more at the link in our bio!🦉 by @thespectatorialuoft

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The Spectatorial 2026-27 team is now HIRING!! If you’re a Uoft student who enjoys all things speculative fiction, apply using the link in our bio. Applications close on July 1st at 11:59 PM, selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to DM us or email thespectatorial@gmail.com

We (im)patiently await your apps!🦉 by @thespectatorialuoft

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Journal Launch!!!💫

Come join us next week Friday to celebrate the launch of our annual journal! Meet the incredible writers, editors and illustrators behind this years volume and grab a copy for yourself. There will be readings, free food and drinks, and whole lot of fun! See you there🦉 by @thespectatorialuoft

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7 months ago

🚨NEW BLOG POST🚨

Dive into the world of shadow daddies with this incredible essay by one of our mastheads, Nathan Agustin. What exactly are they, and why are so many people enamoured by this archetype?

To find out more, click the link in our bio! by @thespectatorialuoft

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It’s time to invest in the creative future of Innis! 🗳️✨

As the 2026 ICSS Executive Elections and Referendum kick off, make sure to vote “YES” for the Innis Herald AND The Spectatorial. We’re looking to secure a stable future so we can keep producing the great content you love while finally paying our talented student contributors for their hard work.

Why vote “YES”?

Support Student Artists: Voting yes allows the Herald to formally commit to paying everyone who produces work for the publication.

Level Up the Specs: A yes vote helps The Spectatorial double its writers, increase campus circulation, and upgrade to high-quality cardstock printing.

Financial Security: Moving to a levy means we can stop relying on uncertain annual budget requests and focus on the art.

Keep an eye on your inbox on March 5th for your unique voting link! 📩 Help us keep the arts thriving and the hot people reading.

Questions? Email info.elections.icss@gmail.com 📧

#InnisCollege #InnisHerald #TheSpectatorial #UofT #InnisVotes2026 SupportTheArts taken in Innis College by @thespectatorialuoft

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