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As co-chair of the Vancouver Chapter of the Horror Writers Association, I was very pleased to be invited to host a table at the super fun Here Be Dragons mini-convention held at the British Columbia Institute of Technology!
Eldritch and evil beings that most adventurers wish to avoid, from ghosts and vampires to the terrors beyond the stars and the dark gods lurking in the deep–that’s what fellow authors Linda DeMeulemeester, Peter Darbyshire, Don DeBrandt and George Tufnail discussed on this lively panel I thoroughly enjoyed moderating!
Thanks to panellists George Tufnail, Ziggy Shutz, and Brad Finlayson, I enjoyed moderating a stimulating discussion November 23, 2024 on bizarre environments, from sentient terrain to alien ecosystems, and unseen exploration hazards, such as paranormal threats, psychic influences, and human error. (Photo of attending members of the Greater Vancouver Horror Writers Association: Konn Lavery, Linda Demeulemeester, and me!)
I really enjoyed moderating this thought-provoking panel on Building Fantasy Worlds: Escaping Western Europe with fellow writers Ziggy Schutz, Bonnie Jacoby, Wren Handman, and Beth Wagner at Vancouver’s Here Be Dragon mini-convention.
I was delighted to be asked to attend this convention November 23, held at the BCIT Burnaby Campus. Organized by the West Coast Science Fiction Association, the con celebrated the spirit of exploration and discovery for fans of speculative fiction, and the panel I was asked to speak on explored why dragons are found in so many cultures and places, why they’re both revered and feared, and what makes them the symbol of what lies beyond the edges of explored territory.
On Sunday June 2 at 9a.m. I look forward to discussing how to uncover the secrets to crafting authentic and chilling horror stories with fellow panelists! We’ll explore the research methods and resources that can elevate your writing, from historical events and folklore to true crime and the darkest corners of human psychology. Learn how to unearth the details that will terrify and captivate your readers.
I’m super excited to join a panel of great writers on Friday, May 31 in San Diego! Connect & Improve: The Benefits of Critique Groups will be a panel that delves into the invaluable support, feedback, and camaraderie critique groups offer as we discuss how they can help you refine your writing skills and foster growth through constructive criticism and collaborative brainstorming. At the end of the discussion, we’ll facilitate on-the-spot formation of critique groups for interested attendees.
I’m delighted to announce that my poem “Filling Holes” was published in the Horror Writer Association’s Poetry Showcase X Anthology November 2023!!!
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