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Tommy B. Smith

Tommy B. Smith is a writer of dark fiction and the award-winning author of The Mourner’s Cradle, Poisonous, the short-story collection Pieces of Chaos, and the coming-of-age novel Anybody Want to Play WAR? His presence currently infests Fort Smith, AR, where he resides with his wife and cats. More information can be found at https://www.tommybsmith.net/.

04:00 PM | Location: Sooner A

Defeating the Burnout Monster

We all have passions. But sometimes adding what you want to do to what you have to do can be too stressful. What's the key to finding peace in hobbies, projects and work/life balance? This panel discusses various methods of organizing your time, knowing the warning signs of burnout, and letting go of overload.

Moderator: Crystal Sully

Panelists: Crystal Sully, Brenna Deutchman, Lollalotus, Tommy B. Smith

Tracks: Health & Wellness, Business & Marketing

05:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: JQH Boardroom presented by Morningstar Storage

Author Readings

Authors read selections from their various works.

Moderator: -

Panelists: Daniel Erickson, Julia S. Mandala, Tommy B. Smith

Tracks: Writing & Publishing

10:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room

Spooky Stories and Urban Legends

Not in the mood for dancing? Grab your glowsticks and fire up your flashlights, it's time for a fright! Share your favorite ghost story or urban legend with the group!

Moderator: Jeff Provine

Panelists: Jeff Provine, Joshua Caudill, M.A., Tommy B. Smith, Dennis Spielman

Tracks: Supernatural & Paranormal, Meetup, General Interest

10:00 AM | Location: Sooner A

Everyone Has a NeverEnding Story

Bastian, an artist and dreamer, is told to give up fantasy and face reality. Chased by bullies, he escapes into a bookstore where he finds a book that leads to adventure. Sound familiar? Some of us have never left Fantasia. What is YOUR NeverEnding Story? How does an escape to fantastic worlds empower us in the real one?

Moderator: Melinda LaFevers

Panelists: Melinda LaFevers, Sara Felix, A. Lee Martinez, Rook Riley, Tommy B. Smith, Dennis Spielman

Tracks: Film & TV, Fantasy, Pop Culture & Entertainment

11:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma E - Back Wall Table

Autographs

One-hour signings.

Profile: Tommy B. Smith

Tracks: Autographs

05:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma G

Incorporating Your Hobbies into Your Writing

Sometimes the best way is to write what you know. How can you bring your passions, life experiences, and skills into your storytelling? We will discuss how to tap into your own personal well of knowledge to bring your story to life on the page and perhaps pique readers' newest interest(s)!

Moderator: Phillip Drayer Duncan

Panelists: Phillip Drayer Duncan, Julie Barrett, Brian A. Hopkins, Tracy S. Morris, David J. Pedersen, Tommy B. Smith

Tracks: Writing & Publishing