Farpoint 2020 was the last event I attended in person before the world went bonkers. Alas, like so many other conventions, it is being held online this year. I'm pleased to participate in three panels from the comfort of my own home, but you know I'll miss seeing all of your lovely faces. Find more … Continue reading Farpoint 2021 Schedule
The Sorting Hat comes to Limani!
I had some time on my hands the other day (translation: I was procrastinating on other projects), so I added a new page to the Worldbuilding section of my website! Most fantasy fans in the world can immediately answer the question, "What house are you?" and I'm certainly no exception. As a fun characterization exercise, … Continue reading The Sorting Hat comes to Limani!
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
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: Confluence 2016
This weekend I attended my third Confluence convention in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, as a participant on programming. This is one of my favorite conventions, and I was delighted to be asked back for another year. I'm already looking forward to doing it all over again next July! FRIDAY Since I'm low on vacation days at my … Continue reading Con Report: Confluence 2016
Speculative Chic is LIVE
I'm pleased to announce the launch of a new blog focused on all aspects of speculative fiction: books, film, television, games, and more! Speculative Chic Please join us for our soft launch today, and consider subscribing to continue receiving great content from a bunch of awesome people (like yours truly). We'll have everything from in-depth reviews to … Continue reading Speculative Chic is LIVE