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Events & Appearances2012 WorldconWhen: Aug 30 - Sep 3, 2012 Where: Hyatt Regency, Chicago, IL. Chicon 7, the 70th World Science Fiction Convention, also known as "Worldcon," is the premier gathering of authors, artists, fans, dealers, and more in the world science fiction community. Worldcon covers all the genres of written speculative fiction including science fiction, fantasy, horror, slipstream, and alternate history, as well as science, media (movies, television, anime, and online), fanzines, gaming, costuming, filking, and more. More than 5,000 attendees from more than thirty countries will be attending the five-day event. Chicon 7 will be held on August 30 to September 3, 2012 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601; all programming and convention activities will be held within the hotel. Come join us in 2012 at Chicon 7! For more information, visit http://www.chicon.org. Conference attendees will be able to catch Eldon at the following scheduled events: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 So You Wanna Be A Writer Join experienced pros and up-and-coming professionals to talk about the business of writing and publishing. How'd they get their start? What advice do they have for newcomers? What's a realistic view of your career arc? How best to start--novels or short stories? These questions and many more. (90 minutes)
Panelists: Allen M. Steele, Betsy
Dornbusch, Eldon Thompson,
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 Conquering Writer's Block Has your story fizzled out or hit a wall before completion? There are common reasons for this, and common solutions which work for most writers. Pros discuss their tips and tricks for getting a story back on track. (90 minutes)
Panelists: Gene Wolfe, Monica
Valentinelli, Russell Davis,
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 Perseverance Writing for the long haul. Learning to cope with the years of rejection and self-doubt that usually precede eventual publication and mastery. (90 minutes)
Panelists: David Marusek, Eldon Thompson,
Richard A. Lovett,
Tim Waggoner NOTE: Events and participants are subject to change. Please remember to check your official programming guide for scheduling details.
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