Pro puppet builders will discuss the various types of mouth-plate construction with methods and benefits of each. (That's the bit that the puppeteer holds onto inside a puppet.) Ask questions!
A Great Power or a wannabe? The role of Russia and the goals of Putin in the current international system are examined and its unique position discussed. By Dr. Craig Greathouse, NSDMG staff.
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The end of the Cold War and the fall of the Soviet Union returned the state of Russia as a player in the international system. Led by Vladimir Putin, Russia has attempted to forge for itself a dominant position in that system. This lecture looks at the goals and motivations of Russia under Putin and whether it has been a success at staking out a Great Power position in that system. Presented by Dr. Craig Greathouse, Professor of Political Science specializing in the EU, International Relations Theory and Security and Defense Policy, of the National Security Decision Making Game staff.
Brandon O’Brien is a writer, performance poet, teaching artist and game designer from Trinidad and Tobago. Join us to learn more about him and his work.
One of the fantasy genre’s most successful authors, R.A. Salvatore enjoys an ever-expanding and tremendously loyal following. Come learn more about this New York Times Bestselling author and his work.
Query Letters—A No Nonsense, Low Stress Approach to Breaking Down Publishing Walls
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Part introduction and part terrifying, the query letter is the most misunderstood yet essential component of getting your work published. Join us as we break down the ins and outs of querying.
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Query Letters—the ever important and oft overlooked part of publishing. If you’ve written something for publication, chances are you’ve come across the dreaded query letter. Join HauntedMTL’s very own the award-winning Jim Phoenix as he breaks down the mystique, the pitfalls, and the triumphs of the query letter. In this seminar, we will discuss the basics parts of the query letter along with the Dos and Donts in submissions. By the end of the seminar, you should be able to construct a letter that has the best chance of gaining the eye of a publisher. Feel free to bring your own query letters for Jim to review and give feedback on!
What are the stakes in a low-violence story? How does one excite the reader in stories centered on personal relationships? Brandon O'Brien, Cat Rambo, Gini Koch, John Wiswell, Karen Bovenmyer
Is there a right way to teach RPG design? Sam Roberts (USC) and Luke Crane (NYU) discuss designing collegiate-level curriculum specifically to teach roleplaying game design.
This seminar is for anyone looking into freelancing in the gaming industry, newer freelancers who might need some advice, or anyone else curious about the industry.
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We will talk about finding work in the industry, the type of work you can find, and anything newer freelancers need to know.