We're living in a time when technological evolution has made a tremendous difference in most of our world's societies. What would your characters' evolutionary path be if they used magic instead of computers? How does magic or science affect a society's evolution? We'll examine how patterns of changes affect your world and characters and how to twist technology with magic or vice versa.
You can create a shiny new culture for your world, or you can take two that already exist and entwine them to make something with a built-in believability factor. How about a cowboy priesthood? What would change if your Amazonic heroine came from Tibet? Our panelists teach you how to twist existing cultures to make a whole new world.
1/2400 WWI naval: It is 1920 and the White Russians are evacuating the Crimea under the supervision of the French & British fleets. The Reds are determined that the Whites will not escape and have dispatched a "fleet" to stop them. Will the Whites escape or will the Reds triumph? And what will the French & British do? Using the new VAS supplement.
Bring your questions. This is a Q&A, and we'll tackle things you might have missed in earlier panels or didn't get covered. We'll talk about whatever is on your mind.
New York TImes Bestselling author Michael Stackpole--the first author to offer fiction on the iPhone/iPod Touch through Apple's Appstore--gives you an up to date look at the digital revolution and explains how you can profit and develop your career. Mike's watched his Internet income from writing double every year for the past three years, with the trend accelerating in 2009. If you intend to have a career in writing, this is essential.
Gee, if only there was a place where I could talk about my writing. I've tried my mom, my siblings, my spouse, and the barista at Starbucks. I need a place where I will be encouraged, but still critiqued, a place where I can learn. I need a writer's group. Where can I find one? How should it be run? All will be revealed.
What makes a successful writer? Work ethic? Luck? Are you born to write, or can you make yourself a writer? Our panelists discuss their approach to the craft and offer advice on improving your skills and productivity.
How do you break in? Is it tough to write for kids? Panelists discuss the differences and similarities between the adult and YA market, how to approach your writing, and the publishing opportunities. Do you have the next Harry Potter simmering in your brain?