Some writers love to create a world from below the ground up. That can be exciting, but itâs not always necessary. Using Earthâs own rich culture and history, you can be just as creative and perhaps a bit quicker. Learn how our panelists take historical tidbits and tweak them to add authenticity to their own worlds. Panelists: Tim Waggoner, Richard Lee Byers, Paul Genesse
Magic should make more sense than science to hook your readers and enhance your fantasy world. Weâll talk about things that will enchant your writing. Panelists: Patrick Rothfuss, Linda Baker, Paul Genesse, Jennifer Brozek
Some say itâs best to âwrite what you know.â We thumb our nose at that notion! Otherwise, how could you ever write fiction set on one of Saturn's moons? Weâll teach you how to do just enough research to set your fiction pretty much anywhere. And weâll cover what elements to include, what to leave out, and how to explore writing in genres outside your proverbial comfort zone. Panelists: Jean Rabe, Patrick Rothfuss, Kelly Swails, Brad Beaulieu
The development of any writer depends on two things. One is that he writes. The second is that he gets accurate and valuable feedback on what he has written. New York Times Bestselling author Michael A. Stackpole outlines the techniques and methods for forming groups and constructively analyzing and critiquing stories that allows for a lot of development in a very short time.
Tarot is said to be a window to the soul and the journey of The Fool. But have you ever thought that using Tarot cards or an oracle could aid your writing? You can use this method to help you get past a touch of writerâs block, to resolve problem points in your plot, to flesh out your characters, even to plot an entire book. Bring your Tarot or your oracle to the seminar to share, or just listen in as our panelists give ideas and tips for drawing
Computer games demand a certain style of writing different from fiction or pencil and paper RPGs. Our panelists discuss the differences, the freelance markets, and offer suggestions on how to improve your online material. Panelists: Chris Pierson, Marc Tassin, Jennifer Brozek
You only get 45 minutes to paint a Wyrd Miniature...really! But never fear, so does everyone else! Paints, brushes and supplies provided. Come check out the unusual miniatures of this up and coming company. Compete for fun and prizes in any of our three sessions held throughout the convention. Each session is a different Wyrd miniature that you get to keep!
You only get 45 minutes to paint a Wyrd Miniature...really! But never fear, so does everyone else! Paints, brushes and supplies provided. Come check out the unusual miniatures of this up and coming company. Compete for fun and prizes in any of our three sessions held throughout the convention. Each session is a different Wyrd miniature that you get to keep!
You only get 45 minutes to paint a Wyrd Miniature...really! But never fear, so does everyone else! Paints, brushes and supplies provided. Come check out the unusual miniatures of this up and coming company. Compete for fun and prizes in any of our three sessions held throughout the convention. Each session is a different Wyrd miniature that you get to keep!