Program Schedule

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8776. Soft World Building in Speculative Poetry
Moderator: Kory Vance

Poetry elevates us from animal to person, from electric currents to connected souls, from unbridled meat and instinct to...er, well, there's no getting out of that last one. Speculative poetry lets the reader escape as in fiction while connecting with themselves. Soft-world building inside poetry immerses readers without overcrowding. This panel can discuss the art of revealing just-enough of a new world for poetry to shine.
Michael Todd Gallowglas, Robert (Bob) Nelson, Wendy Van Camp, Kory Vance, Denise Dumars
 FRI 8:00 pm - 9:15 pm, La Jolla B

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8836. Whispers of Wonder: Embracing Speculative Poetry
Moderator: Wendy Van Camp

Immerse yourself in speculative poetry and learn about supportive organizations for poets, explore renowned awards, and publication opportunities in the genre. Poets will also read selections of their original work.
Tim Griffin, L. K. Indigo, David Sandner, Wendy Van Camp, Kory Vance
 SAT 10:00 am - 11:15 am, La Jolla B

8721. Here There Be Dragons: Dragons As They Appear in Multiple Mythos and Fictional Universes
Moderator: Michelle Pincus

Come explore the world of dragons and learn about the differences and similarities in how various cultures view these popular creatures.
Jason Crawford, Barbara Hambly, Michelle Pincus, Wendy Van Camp, Genny Dazzo
 SAT 11:30 am - 12:45 pm, Los Angeles C

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8817. The Rise of Women in Science Fiction and Fantasy
Moderator: Wendy Van Camp

Women have grown from sidekicks, afterthoughts and romantic interests to fully formed characters and protagonists in their own right. Our panelists take a look at the development of female characters in genre literature.
Lauren Cipollo, Brenda Clough, Wendy Van Camp, Ben Wallin
 SUN 11:30 am - 12:45 pm, Los Angeles C

8708. Genre Poetry: The New Frontier of Verse
Moderator: Wendy Van Camp

Discover the exciting world of genre poetry, where science fiction, fantasy, and horror meet the art of verse.
Denise Dumars, Michael Todd Gallowglas, Jean-Paul Garnier, L. K. Indigo, Wendy Van Camp, Kory Vance
 SUN 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm, La Jolla A