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Sunday, November 10
 

10:00am CST

Familiar or Fantastical?
Sunday November 10, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am CST
What type of world building do you enjoy with your fiction? Do you prefer far off worlds or ours?
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BF

Bill Fawcett

Special Guest, Bill Fawcett & Associates
Speakers
avatar for Sue Burke

Sue Burke

Sue Burke’s most recent science fiction novel is Usurpation, published on October 29, the conclusion of the trilogy that began with Semiosis and Interference. She began writing professionally as a teenager, working for newspapers and magazines as a reporter and editor, and began... Read More →
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David Hankins

Author, Lost Bard Enterprises
I am the award-winning author of Death and the Taxman about the Grim Reaper trapped in an IRS agent's dying body. He must regain his powers before he dies and faces judgment for his original sin. (Join me Sat at 10:00 for a reading of the first chapters!).My short stories have appeared... Read More →
Sunday November 10, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Kent

10:00am CST

Sharing Your Love
Sunday November 10, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am CST
A discussion of favorite books and series
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avatar for Lanny Waitsman

Lanny Waitsman

I am a SF/fantasy writer with three books currently in print; two novels and one collection of short stories.I
Speakers
avatar for K. M. Herkes

K. M. Herkes

Author, Dawnrigger Publishing
I write books, tell tales, and generally spin stories in as many ways as I can. I also like to sing but not on stage, dance but rarely when anyone is watching, and take many pictures of my cat.
avatar for RhymesWithCamer

RhymesWithCamer

Hi!I'm Tamara (rhymes with camera).I'm just a reader who loves to gab about scifi/fantasy stuff.
Sunday November 10, 2024 10:00am - 11:00am CST
Riverview Ballroom

11:00am CST

The Darker Side of Space
Sunday November 10, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
The future is not always a garden of roses. Let's discuss the darker side of science fiction futures.
Moderators
avatar for Sue Burke

Sue Burke

Sue Burke’s most recent science fiction novel is Usurpation, published on October 29, the conclusion of the trilogy that began with Semiosis and Interference. She began writing professionally as a teenager, working for newspapers and magazines as a reporter and editor, and began... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Donna J W Munro

Donna J W Munro

Donna J. W. Munro teaches high schoolers the slippery truths of government and history at her day job. Her students are her greatest inspiration. She lives with five cats, a cute curly-haired dog, a fur-covered husband, a sassy septuagenarian Mama, and an encyclopedia son. Her daughter... Read More →
avatar for Chris Gerrib

Chris Gerrib

Chris Gerrib admits to being a bit obsessed with Mars, but in a healthy way – all three books of his Pirate Series are set on Mars. Chris lives in the Chicago suburbs and still has a day job in IT. He holds degrees in history and business from the University of Illinois and Southern... Read More →
Sunday November 10, 2024 11:00am - 12:00pm CST
Hunt

12:00pm CST

Alien Encounter: Boon or Bain?
Sunday November 10, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Panelists speculate on whether the introduction of an alien race would be a detriment or savior for our world economy. How will the aliens care for the medical needs of us poor humans?
Moderators
avatar for Bill Higgins

Bill Higgins

Physicist. Interested in astronomy, spaceflight, history of science, history of science fiction, weird aviation, and, of course, various corners of physics. Approaching 50 years in SF fandom. Attended Windycon 3.
Speakers
Sunday November 10, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
York

12:00pm CST

You Got Chocolate in My Peanut Butter
Sunday November 10, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Why do science fiction & mystery go together?
Moderators
avatar for Jody Lynn Nye

Jody Lynn Nye

Special Gusets; Moderator
Jody Lynn Nye lists her main career activity as ‘spoiling cats.’ When not engaged upon this worthy occupation, she writes fantasy and science fiction books and short stories.Before breaking away from gainful employment to write full time, Jody worked as a file clerk, book-keeper... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Richard Chwedyk

Richard Chwedyk

Writer, Teacher
Nebula winner; Hugo, Sturgeon and Rhysling award nominee. Adjunct Professor of Instruction at Columbia College Chicago, where I've taught Science Fiction Writing, Fantasy Writing, Science Fiction, and Tolkien, among other courses. I've been involved in convention writing workshops... Read More →
avatar for Chris Gerrib

Chris Gerrib

Chris Gerrib admits to being a bit obsessed with Mars, but in a healthy way – all three books of his Pirate Series are set on Mars. Chris lives in the Chicago suburbs and still has a day job in IT. He holds degrees in history and business from the University of Illinois and Southern... Read More →
avatar for W. A. Thomasson

W. A. Thomasson

I obtained a PhD in biochemistry but, lacking the patience for scientific research, switched into science/medical writing. Now retired, I have recently completed a first novel, a sword and sorcery work titled The Whip of Abadur, and am currently seeking a publisher. I am interested... Read More →
Sunday November 10, 2024 12:00pm - 1:00pm CST
Camden

1:00pm CST

Is Film & TV Media Destroying the SF Classics?
Sunday November 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
...or are they inspiring the younger generation to read them?

Moderators Speakers
avatar for Jody Lynn Nye

Jody Lynn Nye

Special Gusets; Moderator
Jody Lynn Nye lists her main career activity as ‘spoiling cats.’ When not engaged upon this worthy occupation, she writes fantasy and science fiction books and short stories.Before breaking away from gainful employment to write full time, Jody worked as a file clerk, book-keeper... Read More →
Sunday November 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Hunt

1:00pm CST

Wonderful Books Wrapped In Awful Cover Art
Sunday November 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
Is cover art a thing of the past? In the age of digital literature and the decline of the printed novel, is cover art even necessary? Does cover art influence the sales and enjoyment of the finished process?
Moderators
avatar for David Hankins

David Hankins

Author, Lost Bard Enterprises
I am the award-winning author of Death and the Taxman about the Grim Reaper trapped in an IRS agent's dying body. He must regain his powers before he dies and faces judgment for his original sin. (Join me Sat at 10:00 for a reading of the first chapters!).My short stories have appeared... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Bill Higgins

Bill Higgins

Physicist. Interested in astronomy, spaceflight, history of science, history of science fiction, weird aviation, and, of course, various corners of physics. Approaching 50 years in SF fandom. Attended Windycon 3.
avatar for Ryan Francis

Ryan Francis

Ryan Francis is a multi-talented cartoonist and animator who likes to draw animals with swords.After spending time in college learning to draw for money, Ryan tackles the day to day arrangements of projects, commissions, and ventures where he must draw like a mad lad.
Sunday November 10, 2024 1:00pm - 2:00pm CST
York
 
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