Events For Writers and Science Fiction/Fantasy Buffs
I'm just starting out in the science fiction/fantasy convention circle, and I had no idea there were so many out there! This site will serve as an ever-growing list of events for those interested in reading, writing, and learning more about the genre of science fiction and fantasy.
Feel free to suggest events that I've missed!
Many thanks to Allen Wold for his assistance in compiling this list.
Feel free to suggest events that I've missed!
Many thanks to Allen Wold for his assistance in compiling this list.
Table of Contents
- Events I've Attended - Maryland
- Events I'd Like To Attend - Georgia
- Events I'd Like To Attend - Maryland
- Events I'd Like To Attend - North Carolina
- Events I'd Like To Attend - Virginia
- Uber-Events I'd Like to Attend
- Science Fiction Conventions in the Blogosphere
- More Information for Science Fiction/Fantasy Writers
- Your Thoughts Here!
Events I've Attended - Maryland
Capclave
2008 Location: Rockville, MD
2008 Dates: October 17-19
2008 Hotel: $130/night
2008 Cost: $60 (last-minute)
This event is hosted by WSFA, the Washington Science Fiction Association.
Impression: A very well-run convention, according to my limited perspective. Excellent panels with well-known figures from the industry. Well-stocked dealers room and frequent author signings. Food, drinks and gaming in the Con Suite. The organizers even held a gripe session after the convention to get feedback from the participants!
2008 Location: Rockville, MD
2008 Dates: October 17-19
2008 Hotel: $130/night
2008 Cost: $60 (last-minute)
This event is hosted by WSFA, the Washington Science Fiction Association.
Impression: A very well-run convention, according to my limited perspective. Excellent panels with well-known figures from the industry. Well-stocked dealers room and frequent author signings. Food, drinks and gaming in the Con Suite. The organizers even held a gripe session after the convention to get feedback from the participants!
Events I'd Like To Attend - Georgia
Dragon*Con
2009 Location: Atlanta, Georgia
2008 Dates: September 4-7
2008 Cost: $60 (pre-registration)
2009 Location: Atlanta, Georgia
2008 Dates: September 4-7
2008 Cost: $60 (pre-registration)
Events I'd Like To Attend - Maryland
BaltiCon
2009 Location: Baltimore, MD
2009 Dates: May 22-25
2009 Costs: $45 pre-registration (see website for details)
BaltiCon is hosted by BSFS, the Baltimore Science Fiction Society.
DarkoverCon
2008 Location: Timonium, MD
2009 Dates: November 28-30
2009 Costs: $45/50 (see website for details)
2009 Location: Baltimore, MD
2009 Dates: May 22-25
2009 Costs: $45 pre-registration (see website for details)
BaltiCon is hosted by BSFS, the Baltimore Science Fiction Society.
DarkoverCon
2008 Location: Timonium, MD
2009 Dates: November 28-30
2009 Costs: $45/50 (see website for details)
Events I'd Like To Attend - North Carolina
StellarCon
2009 Location: Highpoint, NC
2009 Dates: March 13-15
2009 Costs: $33/38 (see website for details)
2009 Location: Highpoint, NC
2009 Dates: March 13-15
2009 Costs: $33/38 (see website for details)
Events I'd Like To Attend - Virginia
MarsCon
2009 Location: Williamsburg, VA
2009 Dates: January 16-18
2009 Costs: $25/30/35 (see website for details)
An excellent looking three day convention, complete with several guests of honor, entertainment, and music!
SheVaCon
2009 Location: Roanoke, VA
2009 Dates: February 27-28
2009 Costs: $30/35/40 (see website for details)
RavenCon
2009 Location: Richmond, VA
2009 Dates: April 24-26
2009 Costs: $30/35/40 (see website for details)
2009 Location: Williamsburg, VA
2009 Dates: January 16-18
2009 Costs: $25/30/35 (see website for details)
An excellent looking three day convention, complete with several guests of honor, entertainment, and music!
SheVaCon
2009 Location: Roanoke, VA
2009 Dates: February 27-28
2009 Costs: $30/35/40 (see website for details)
RavenCon
2009 Location: Richmond, VA
2009 Dates: April 24-26
2009 Costs: $30/35/40 (see website for details)
Uber-Events I'd Like to Attend
These events aren't located specifically in the Mid-Atlantic region, but they draw participants from all corners of the globe, so I thought it appropriate to mention them here.
World Fantasy Convention
2009 Location: San Jose, CA
2009 Dates: October 29 - November 1
2009 Costs: $100/125/+ (see website for details)
The biggest fantasy convention in the world.
Worldcon
2009 Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
2009 Dates: August 6-10
2009 Costs: $160 (see website for details)
The biggest science fiction convention in the world.
World Fantasy Convention
2009 Location: San Jose, CA
2009 Dates: October 29 - November 1
2009 Costs: $100/125/+ (see website for details)
The biggest fantasy convention in the world.
Worldcon
2009 Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
2009 Dates: August 6-10
2009 Costs: $160 (see website for details)
The biggest science fiction convention in the world.
Science Fiction Conventions in the Blogosphere
- New science fiction convention in downtown Toronto: SFContario ...
- New science fiction convention in downtown Toronto: SFContario. Diane sez,. We are starting up a shiny new SF convention in downtown Toronto, called SFContario. The inaugural convention will take place November 19-21st 2010 at the ...
- chattacon: Annual Meting of CSFF, Inc. and Elections
- Annual Meting of CSFF, Inc. and Elections The annual meeting of The Chattanoonga Speculative Fiction Fans Inc. will be held at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Muesuem Saturday, July 18, 2009 at 11:00 am. Amonng items on the agenda will be ...
- chattacon: Login Problems
- Login Problems I am having log in problems. When I try to get into the Chattacon 35 website. All I get now is "Your login is blocked." How can this be fixed? Can someone please help? Thanks ...
More Information for Science Fiction/Fantasy Writers
- Local Writers' Associations By State
- These organizations are for writers in all genres. Joining one of these groups or attending a local conference will give you a lot of information about publication, improving your writing skills, and promotion. And the more authors, editors, and publishers you connect with, the better your chances at writing success.
- Emma Larkins - Emerging Author
- In my blog, I talk about my journey as I attempt to become a published author. I also work to establish ties within the writing and publishing industry.
Your Thoughts Here!
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- I always enjoy your lenses--5 stars. Thanks for participating again in our Publishing Club. So how is your novel coming along. My book will be released in 2009. Feel free to stay in touch. Sincerely: Gary Eby, author and therapist.
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- Aww... No pictures? I realize you're a writer, but make it pretty!
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