A crash course in planet formation from Scott Rice-Snow, the Chairperson of the Department of Geological Sciences and Professor of Geological Sciences at Ball State University.
Ever wondered what armor felt like and how heavy it was? Join our panelists as they bring in a full set of armor! A hands-on experience you won't want to miss.
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Have you ever wondered what armor felt like and just how heavy it was? Join our panelists as they bring in a full set of armor and show you how long it takes to get suited up or take it off. Go hands-on and feel what it is like to wear a piece or two and imagine carrying it around all day.
Write stronger medieval and ancient combat scenes by learning the truth about arms and armor from those eras. Our panelists will share their firsthand experience with medieval arms and armor!
What makes a war a war? How do dynasties and republics fight wars differently? And what can go wrong during war? Create richer military conflicts in your stories by learning what war is all about.
Learn how to break into a new genre when you've been writing in another genre for years. Our panelists have first-hand experience doing this, and they'll share their tips and tricks.
Learn how writers get paid, the basics of writing contracts, and how you long should expect to wait to see your story in print. A 1-hour crash course that covers the basics of the writing business.
Whether you're at the convention as an attendee or you're speaking on panels, we'll share some do’s and don’ts that will make your con experience a success.
How do editors create an anthology? How do they figure out who contributes to one? How are they marketed? Our panel walks you through the process from concept generation to finished book.