It's fun to answer the "what ifs" of history. Panelists including cherie Priest, Daniel Myers, Linda Robertson, and David Mack discuss how changing one detail can change everything.
How can you get all the details of your world/characters/backstory into your book without annoying readers? Kristin McFarland, Jerry Gordon, Shanna Germain, and others tell all!
Being Your Own Boss: Trials and Tribulations of Self Publishing
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How does self-publishing work? What are the ups, downs, and pitfalls? Bryan Young, Richard Byers, Philippa Ballantine, and Elizabeth Vaughan discuss everything a self-publisher needs to know.
Fictional worlds often include their own languages, but creating an entire language can be a daunting task. Daniel Myers discusses word generation, common pitfalls, and stealing from the real world.
Beyond the Speculative: How Reading Other Genres Can Help Your Writing
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Can reading mysteries, romance, or contemporary fiction make your spec fic stronger? Panelists including Philippa Ballantine and Crystal Connor discuss the question.
Writing is a creative endeavour, but it's also a business. Which means ... you need a business plan. Shanna Germain, Matt Forbeck, Chrostopher Husberg, and Keith Law discuss making one.
But...But...That's MY Book!: Staying Motivated in a Sea of Comparative Work
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Networking is an important part of the industry, but authors aren't leeches. Anton Strout, Brady McReynolds, Crystal Connor, and Carol Berg give tips on how to be sure to give as well as take.
Many authors in the science fiction and fantasy genre are also gamers, but does it make them better writers? Bruce Cordell, Gregory A. Wilson, Kirk Dougal, and Matt Forbeck discuss their experience.