Selina Rosen
Some of Selina Rosen’s short fiction has appeared in The Lorelei Signal, Sword and Sorceress, Turn the Other Chick, and Thieves’ World. Her most recent novel, The Territories, is the fifth in the Sword Masters series. Among her 33+ novels are the Chains trilogy, Strange Robby, The Holmes & Storm Mysteries, and How I Spent the Apocalypse. She has also written a self-help book, It’s Not Rocket Science, and non-genres works including The Pit and Vanishing Fame. Follow her on YouTube at Selina Rosen DIY, or check out her website.
05:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Building Your Own Fantasy World
Embark on a quest to create the perfect realm! Whether you're a Dungeon Master, game designer, or author, a vibrant world can breathe life into your story. Our panelists discuss developing cultures, lore, geography, and magical systems that will make your world a fantastic experience. We'll give you the knowledge and tools to unleash your creativity and imagination.
Moderator: Lisa Smedman
Panelists: Lisa Smedman, David Carrico, J.H. Fleming, Selina Rosen
Tracks: Fantasy, Writing & Publishing, Gaming
02:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom presented by Morningstar Storage
Author Readings
Authors read selections from their various works.
Moderator: -
Panelists: Brian A. Hopkins, Selina Rosen, Karen Thrower
Tracks: Writing & Publishing
05:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
LGBT+YOU: Discuss the Plus
Let's discuss the plus. What does it mean to be Ace? Aro? Demi? Gray? Pan? Poly? Other identifications/orientations?
Moderator: Mica Membrane
Panelists: Mica Membrane, Creative Countess, Selina Rosen, Sentinelbait, Stellae Cosplay
Tracks: Culture & World Affairs, General Interest
07:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Literary Beers
Join panelists in the hotel lounge for lively conversation. BYO beverages, please.
Moderator: -
Panelists: La Blanke, Aaron Bossig, Liz Campbell, Kent Cordray, Phillip Drayer Duncan, Daniel Erickson, J.H. Fleming, Tim Frayser, Demi Gray, Trina Jacobs, Melinda LaFevers, Kathleen M. O'Brien, David J. Pedersen, Selina Rosen, Mel White, Craig Wolf
Tracks: Meetup, General Interest, Writing & Publishing, Art
11:00 AM | Location: Boomer A
Build Your Own Pantheon
How to create your own array of gods and goddesses for a new world. Will you have a god of hiccups, or a goddess of lint? How will your divinities be served or worshipped? What is their role and how does a religious system enhance the worlds fantastic?
Moderator: Chaz Kemp
Panelists: Chaz Kemp, Paul Carlson, David Carrico, Selina Rosen, Lisa Smedman, Laura J. Underwood
Tracks: Fantasy, Writing & Publishing
Noon | Location: Boomer A
Fantasy In My Sci-Fi?
Sure, why not? These days, fantasy elements are found in historicals, thrillers, political dramas, mysteries … the list goes on and on. Stories that borrow hallmark plot devices from other genres can delight us and create room for interesting series expansion.
Moderator: Selina Rosen
Panelists: Selina Rosen, Chris Curtis, Rhonda Eudaly, Trina Jacobs, Carolyn Kay
Tracks: Writing & Publishing, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Supernatural & Paranormal, Pop Culture & Entertainment, YA - Young Adult Fiction
02:00 PM | Location: Boomer B
Regeneration: More Than Cheating Death?
James Bond, Spider-Man, Batman, Sherlock Holmes, Superman … these and others change actors all the time, and nobody bats an eyelid. How would Doctor Who be different if the actor changed every few years without fanfare? Is “regeneration” core to Whoniverse?
Moderator: Evan T. Wardwell
Panelists: Evan T. Wardwell, Julie Barrett, Michael Cross, Dara Fogel, PhD, Selina Rosen
Tracks: Film & TV, Science Fiction, Pop Culture & Entertainment