Many works of fantasy are set in alternate versions of our own world, often where the medieval and the magical meet. What additional challenges do authors face in the creation of historical fantasy??

From science to history to magic, the world is full of source material for writers if you only know where to look. Our panel of writers, game designers and fellow travelers will discuss how they develop their background to make their creative endeavor more realistic.

So many competing ideas and claims fly around these days. How can an ordinary person know what to take seriously?The virtual link for this panel is:https://zoom.us/j/92947922945?pwd=WjNWV1dVa1FsNkpqaldrZjNNMjZBZz09Meeting ID: 929 4792 2945Passcode: 333392

Whether you create your world first, or the characters that inhabit it, these elements must work together. But sometimes, one or the other needs to bend to fit the other. What are some strategies for building that unity into the story you create, and what can you do to maintain that cohesion when challenges arise?The link for this virtual attended meeting is:https://zoom.us/j/92842354705?pwd=Nk5iWlhXMG5rSDRKN1U0Tkg4Vjdodz09Meeting ID: 928 4235 4705Passcode: 857413

What can and can’t magic do in your world and why? Having consistency in the rules of your magic makes it more compelling. Draw in your readers with a more engaging and believable magic.This is a hybrid virtual/live panel. Virtual attendees may join here:https://zoom.us/j/91052452789?pwd=aGlaQUJWbkhhTG5lQmt3ZVZTMC9Qdz09Meeting ID: 910 5245 2789Passcode: 017618