Part of what defines a culture is its system of shared beliefs--not only religious, but also secular. Designing and understanding the belief systems of your characters adds depth to the world in which they live, so let's discuss how to do so.

Reading from his book and some works in progress. 

ERAlix will read from her recently published work "Sylvan Dreams."

One of the key marketing tricks in writing is...reading! Come listen to this panel of authors talk about how to read your stories out loud and make it entertaining.

From aliens to furries, we'll discuss how to write the non-human pov, how to create an character that is still relatable without coming off as a human in alien skin, and how to capitalize on unique non-human traits to make epic alien, animal, and inanimate objects come to life on the page.

Whether you are just starting as a GM, or you have just built your very own game engine, the ways that you design your narrative, gameplay, and system rules are pivotal in creating an experience that others will be drawn to and enjoy!

Tropes are one of the building blocks of stories, but they can be misused, overused, and just plain worn out. How can you use tropes effectively in your writing? What are some stories that have done to well? Let's talk about using tropes, with and without flipping them around.

We have to eat when we send people beyond Earth's surface. What has been done so far to prepare for that need?

If you aren’t one of those people who can both draw and write, then there’s a good chance you will be collaborating with a creative type who does the thing you don’t. We will share some tips and tricks we have learned that help keep communication clear and projects moving forward.