The principles and theories of game design are dissected by our panel. Topics tackled include risk vs reward, balance, and interesting choices, and covers games of all stripes, from rpgs and trading card games to board games and video games. Panelists: Luke Johnson, Steven Schend, Don Bingle, Chris Pierson
Our panelists continue the discussion from the previous slot. The principles and theories of writing for the game industry are too myriad to discuss in a single hour. In two, we might get most of them covered! Panelists: Steven Schend, Luke Johnson, Don Bingle, Chris Pierson
Writers’ Symposium—Grammar, Spelling, and other Very Important Matters
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Grammar, yuck! Q: You didn’t like the topic in school, why attend a seminar about it? A: Because you’re serious about being published. The cleaner your prose, the better your chance for success. Our panelists turn this seemingly dry topic into something marvelous: Don Bingle, Steven Schend, Tim Waggoner, Luke Johnson, Linda Baker
Not all characters should live to see the end of your story. Our panelists discuss when it is time to "kill 'em off" and gleefully share ideas for helping your characters into the hereafter. Panelists: Jean Rabe, Chris Pierson, Richard Lee Byers, Steven Schend, Elizabeth Vaughan
Romantic fantasy is among the hottest subgenres right now, with many houses pushing romance and erotic lines. Learn how authors and editors treat the various types of romantic fantasy fiction, from the chaste love affair to the naughty erotic romp. Panelists: Elizabeth Vaughan, Don Bingle, Tim Waggoner, Paul Genesse, Jean Rabe
This is a get together for people with Pagan interests to meet other Pagans. Friendly chat and networking for all! Panelists: Kerrie Hughes, Steven Schend
Writers’ Symposium—Plot, Plot, Plot: Some books are plot-driven, others are weak in it. But every book and short story's got one. Our panelists discuss the essential elements of plot and how to weave them in your writing. Elizabeth Vaughan, John Helfers, Jean Rabe, Chris Pierson, Don Bingle, Richard Lee Byers
Writers’ Symposium—Psychology, Medicine, and the Keyboard
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Discover what you can do to make your characters believably crazy, sick, disturbed, and fun to write. Panelists: Tim Waggoner, Kerrie Hughes, Richard Lee Byers, Paul Genesse, Linda Baker