Making the Leap (From Talented Amateur to Publishing Professional)
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What does a writer who's on the verge of writing professional level prose need to do to make that final leap? When do you know youâve crossed the line to become a professional writer? When should you think about quitting the day job? Panelists: Tim Waggoner, Jean Rabe, Richard Lee Byers
So youâre building a world for your fantasy novel? Great! Do you need to set that world to paper? And, if so, how much detail should you provide? Can a map inspire your fiction? Learn the pros and cons of cartography as it applies to writing. Panelists: Paul Genesse, Luke Johnson, Richard Lee Byers, Steven Schend
Hang out with the award-winning staff of Kenzer and Company. See product previews, play in a trivia contest, have a Q&A about upcoming products, and just generally have a fun time!
D&D characters have their "hard rations" and Tolkein's elves had "lembas", what are your characters going to eat while traveling? Find out about real traveling food in the middle ages: what foods kept well, what foods didn't, and what was the best way to keep meat from spoiling.
Online Components for Your Campaign - Blogs & Wikis
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This is a seminar discussing how a GM can use free resources on the web to enrich his or her campaign. Specifically, I'll discuss and show examples of blogs and wikis being used in an ongoing game.
Ooops! The Worst Mistakes to Make with Game Writing
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Our panelists speak from experience . . . on what not to do. This is a humorous and important look at things to avoid if you want to be a freelance or full-time game writer. Panelists: Donald Bingle, Jennifer Brozek, Luke Johnson
D&D advice and tips for players and GM's alike. Learn how to roleplay like a seasoned veteran (or at the very least, a raving lunatic)! Novice and experienced players welcome. Come meet the SR crew (and some special guests!)
Our panelists examine history to help you craft strong, believable characters from a pagan point of view. This year weâll concentrate on witchcraft and warlocks. Panelists: Kerrie Hughes, Steven Schend
Do you read or write for the love of language? Is your favorite author one who can transport you into the setting? Learn how observation and imagination can put life in your writing and make your readers see, smell, and feel what your characters do. Panelists: Anton Strout, Patrick Rothfuss