Anne Harlan Prather has been writing science fiction since she was 11 years old. She is the author of Wings of Joy, a set of linked short stories set in her Starmasters universe and Mystic Intersections, about her art work. She holds a Bachelors of Music Performance in classical guitar from Wheaton College, IL and a Ph.D. in quantitative genetics from the Dept. of Botany at the University of Washington. She has worked for Renaissance faires for over 20 years and has released six albums.
Sessions in which Anne Prather Ph.D. participates
Friday 16 February, 2024
Isaac Asimov wrote provocative fiction about the about the role of robots in a futuristic society. His three Laws of Robotics made for fascinating reading. Time has marched on and we are on the cusp of modern automation. Are these laws still relevant? Come find out!
Lace front, full-lace, synthetic, human hair, there are a lot of options out there. Buying, styling, wearing, and caring for your wig doesn’t have to be scary. We’ll walk you through the basics and show the different types of wigs that are available, then answer any questions you have!
What is the data? We demand proof and yet accept the pretext of anecdotal testimony in making serious decisions in life. How does data move from raw data to information to scientific theory and thought? Come listen to our panel of experts discuss this rather torturous process.
Filk= the singing of songs about fantasy and science fictionKaraoke= the singing of songs with words projected for youFilkeoke= sing songs about fantasy, science fiction, anime... all with the words projected for you! Be a star singing about Star Wars! Live your musical fantasy by singing about Lord of the Rings! Gather for a magical time as you sing about Magic the Gathering! All kinds of specialty music available to sing, as well as 280,000 songs from which you can choose! youtube.c...
Saturday 17 February, 2024
Most authors and creators in this space know both the good kind of pirates (yarr!) and the bad kind of pirates (yoink!). This presentation will discuss the ins and outs of copyright creation, registration, and enforcement. It will also discuss costs, remedies, DMCA takedowns, and fair use.
Spend some time drawing and chatting (or not) Bring your preferred tools and draw whatever moves you, no pressure and everyone's welcome!
"Own Voices" deserve to be heard, and people, especially underrepresented people should get to tell their own stories. But, does that mean we can only write about characters that look like us and have the same background? Taken to a logical extreme, can men ever write authentic female characters? Where are the lines when it comes to "writing the other?" When does the folk process become cultural theft or exploitation? What is the role of "sensitivity readers" in all this, and can they help of...
Want to see your work in print? It's easier than ever to get it out there into the world. We'll discuss self publishing options, crowdfunding and more.
There are things that are done in the gaming industry that just don’t work for the little guys. We’ll discuss tricks to survive while small as well as some things to avoid when you’re not working at scale.
Learn the basics of Temperament Theory and apply it to making well-rounded and believable characters. This proto-psychological framework will add depth and inform things such as body language, speech patterns, thought and motivations, interactions and dynamics, physical features, and even personal habits that can transform your written characters, your cosplay, your gaming, and your knowledge of human nature.
Filk= the singing of songs about fantasy and science fictionKaraoke= the singing of songs with words projected for youFilkeoke= sing songs about fantasy, science fiction, anime... all with the words projected for you! Be a star singing about Star Wars! Live your musical fantasy by singing about Lord of the Rings! Gather for a magical time as you sing about Magic the Gathering! All kinds of specialty music available to sing, as well as 280,000 songs from which you can choose! youtube.c...