This weekend, I'll be returning to Hogwarts Seton Hill University for the annual writers retreat hosted by the Writing Popular Fiction graduate program alumni, of which I am one. Mostly, we just wanted an excuse to come back to our favorite place in the world and meet up with our tribe. But because everyone should … Continue reading In Your Write Mind 2018 Schedule
Con Report: Balticon 52
If you're here for a copy of my alternate history presentation, read on! I consider Balticon my "local" con for many reasons -- it was the first SF/F convention I attended as an adult (back in college), it's currently located a few blocks from where I worked for almost a decade, and Baltimore is the … Continue reading Con Report: Balticon 52
Balticon 52 Schedule
Here's my schedule for Balticon 52, taking place over Memorial Day weekend at Baltimore's Renaissance Harborplace hotel! Friday The Blurring of Genre Borders (panel) at 4 pm Saturday Broad Universe Rapid-Fire Reading at 1 pm Slash of Our Ancestors: A History of Fanfic (panel) at 2 pm Autograph session with J.L. Gribble & Jay Smith … Continue reading Balticon 52 Schedule
Con Report: Cleveland ConCoction 2018
As always, I had a fantastic time at Cleveland ConCoction this year! It's one of my favorite cons, for the people I get to see, how many books I tend to sell, and especially how well this convention treats the authors they invite to participate in programming. I wish other conventions would take note! FRIDAY … Continue reading Con Report: Cleveland ConCoction 2018
Cleveland ConCoction Schedule
This weekend, I will be attending Cleveland ConCoction for the third year! This is one of my favorite conventions in terms of how authors are treated and the variety of events. I made some great friends last year that I can't wait to reunite with. The convention is a new hotel this year, farther from … Continue reading Cleveland ConCoction Schedule
Farpoint 2018 Schedule
This weekend, I'm excited to make my debut appearance at Farpoint 2018 in Hunt Valley, Maryland! Here's my schedule: Friday 4 PM: Creating Immersive Worlds 5 PM: All Things Winchester 10 PM: Book Fair Saturday 10 AM: Book signing 11 AM: Reading from Steel Blood Sunday 10 AM: Superhero Film Overload? 11 AM: Book signing 12 … Continue reading Farpoint 2018 Schedule
Con Report: ChessieCon 2017
The curtain has closed on my final convention of 2017. For all the other drama of the year, I've thoroughly enjoyed every convention (new and old) I've attended this year, and I can't wait to do it all again in 2018. FRIDAY Since ChessieCon is held less than half an hour away from my house, … Continue reading Con Report: ChessieCon 2017
ChessieCon 2017 Schedule
This weekend, I'll be attending ChessieCon 2017 at the Radisson North Baltimore Hotel in Baltimore, MD! This is a local convention to me, so I'll be commuting from home rather than staying at the hotel. I'll still be around most of the weekend if you want to grab a snack or drink with me! Where … Continue reading ChessieCon 2017 Schedule
Con Report: Salt Lake Comic Con 2017
Getting to Salt Lake Comic Con was a hell of a ride. Some back story: A year ago, you may remember that my husband headed to the wilds of Mississippi for 6 months for work. While Erik was there, he met a very cool guy, comedian and actor Jay Whittaker. A few months ago, Erik and … Continue reading Con Report: Salt Lake Comic Con 2017
Salt Lake Comic Con schedule
On Wednesday morning, my husband and I are heading for both our first trip to Salt Lake City, Utah, and our very first giant comic con! You can pick up my books from Shadow Mountain Publishing at booth 1807, or just hunt me down and buy a copy directly from me! (The perks of having … Continue reading Salt Lake Comic Con schedule
Con Report: Confluence 2017
I was thrilled to once again be invited to Confluence, the annual SF/F literary convention hosted by Parsec. I have a ton of fun, and this year was no exception. FRIDAY Road trip company is the best, and this year a friend drove to my place outside of Baltimore on Friday night to join me … Continue reading Con Report: Confluence 2017
Confluence Schedule!
This weekend, I'll be in Pittsburgh for Confluence 2017, celebrating all things SF and fantasy! I'll have copies of all three books in the Steel Empires series, including the newest one, Steel Blood, available for sale! Make sure you snag me before they're gone. Here's where you'll definitely be able to find me: Friday: 4 … Continue reading Confluence Schedule!
Con Report: Balticon 51
Since Balticon is my "local" convention, I was thrilled to finally be invited to participate as a panelist this year. I hadn't been back since 2006, but the convention was just as great as I remembered, filled with fantastic panels, extraordinarily nice people, and amazing hall costumes. FRIDAY Since I work in a nearby part … Continue reading Con Report: Balticon 51
Con Report: Cleveland ConCoction 2017
This past weekend I was honored to be invited to return to Cleveland ConCoction! I had such a great time in 2016 that I accepted eagerly. It's one of my favorite conventions in terms of how authors are treated, by both the con and attendees. I had a great weekend of book sales, catching up … Continue reading Con Report: Cleveland ConCoction 2017
Schedule for Cleveland ConCoction 2017
I'm looking forward to returning to Cleveland ConCoction for my second year (March 10-12)! It's a great mix of literary, media, gaming, and costuming focus, with something for everyone. It's also my favorite con in terms of they way they are set up to promote authors, with an Author's Alley where the con sets up … Continue reading Schedule for Cleveland ConCoction 2017
Con Report: AWP 2017
I had a great time yesterday spending the day at the Raw Dog Screaming Press booth at AWP 2017 in Washington, DC. While my official book signing time was from 1-3 PM, I ended up enjoying a full day chatting with people who stopped by, answering questions about the press, and talking about my books and … Continue reading Con Report: AWP 2017
Con Report: ChessieCon 2016
I had a fantastic time attending my first ChessieCon convention this past weekend! Everyone on the convention staff was lovely, and I made some great new friends. I'd also like to specifically commend this particular convention for their dedication to accessibility throughout the events, such as offering gender neutral restrooms and reserving seats in every … Continue reading Con Report: ChessieCon 2016
My ChessieCon 2016 Schedule
Here's my schedule of events for ChessieCon this upcoming weekend at the Radisson North Baltimore Hotel! Friday, November 25 5:30-6 PM: Reading: Scenes from Steel Magic 6:45-7:45 PM: Panel: Care and Feeding of Critique Groups Saturday, November 26 5:30-6:30 PM: Panel: Evolution of Women Fantasy 6:45-7:45 PM: Group Book Signing 9:15-10:15 PM: Game show: What's … Continue reading My ChessieCon 2016 Schedule
Con Report: TridentCon 2016
I've been to a lot of conventions, from tiny little things hosted at the local mall to the epic scale of DragonCon. I'm not at the point in my career where I can afford to turn down invitations, and I'm so pleased that I accepted the opportunity to sell books at a local gaming convention … Continue reading Con Report: TridentCon 2016
Con Report: DogCon 5
It's kind of crazy to think that it's been 5 years since I've been involved with Raw Dog Screaming Press. There are other dates to mark that anniversary that might be more "official," such as the date my first book with them was announced (at DogCon 3), but I quietly mark the beginning of this … Continue reading Con Report: DogCon 5