When should you follow the rules and when should you break them? Our team of writers and editors discusses punctuation, spelling, grammar, and more. Richard Lee Byers, Chris Pierson, John Helfers.
Fantasy romance is a sizzling genre. Our panelists give advice on how to add a little romance to your writing and discuss markets for your fiction. Linda Baker, Donald Bingle, Judi Rohrig, Elizabeth Vaughan
So youâre building a world for your fantasy novel. 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 tied to writing. Panelists: Jean Rabe, Paul Genesse
Some folks simply plop into a chair and start pounding on the keyboard on their Great American Novel. However, our often-published panelists eschew the merits of plotting and planning. Jean Rabe, Tim Waggoner, Chris Pierson, Richard Lee Byers
Join pagans and pagan-friendly folks to discuss writing and how pagans are portrayed in science-fiction and fantasy. No bashing or flaming allowed. Panelist: Kerrie Hughes.
First person, second person, third person . . . so many perspectives to choose from. How do you choose your point of view? And, once chosen, how do you stick to it? Panelists discuss the freedoms and restrictions of using various points of view in fiction writing. Tim Waggoner, Judi Rohrig, Linda Baker, John Helfers
How do you present your manuscript? How do you find an agent? How do you get someone to publish your book? Our panelists present an overview of the publishing industry for fiction writers. Jean Rabe, Donald Bingle, Elizabeth Vaughan, Judi Rohrig
Join us for a question and answer session about writing, editing, and publishing. Our panel will discuss tidbits not covered in previous sessions. Brain-picking welcomed. John Helfers, Jean Rabe