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Streaming VideoWatch Brandon Sanderson and Dan Wells record Intentionally Blank podcast at NYCC!
Fantasy author Brandon Sanderson and horror author Dan Wells are at the Javits Center recording a live episode of their hit podcast, Intentionally Blank
October 31, 2022
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Streaming VideoWatch - Lucasfilm Publishing presents Star Wars: Stories from a Galaxy Far, Far Away
Get transported across space and time as the creators behind today’s biggest Star Wars stories share their experiences and hint at what’s to come.
October 27, 2022
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Streaming VideoOutlander creator Diana Gabaldon holds court in packed NYCC 2022 panel - watch the entire thing!
Outlander author and New York Times bestseller Diana Gabaldon heads to Room 401 in the Javits Center - watch Popverse’s coverage here!
October 27, 2022
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Streaming VideoWatch Omar Epps speak about Nubia: The Awakening at this year's NYCC
Star of silver screen Omar Epps spoke at NYCC about telling the Afrofuturist story Nubia: The Awakening
October 26, 2022
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Streaming VideoBookTok is at London Comic Con - watch the panel here!
Travis Baldree, Tiffani Angus, and Tasha Suri head to London for a panel on the uses TikTok has for readers and writers.
October 26, 2022
Grant DeArmitt
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Writing Tips from Brandon Sanderson
Want to Learn to Be a Better Writer? Brandon Sanderson was at NYCC with lots of suggestions
October 25, 2022
Jim McDermott
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New York Comic Con 2022: Watch 30+ filmed panels, read numerous interviews and news reports, and hear conversations with celebrities
NYCC is here, and Popverse is in full force covering the news, panels, guests, and more
October 24, 2022
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October 17, 2022
Chris Arrant
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2022's most terrifying tales to read this Halloween season
Six scary comics and two prose novels for your Halloween reading list
October 13, 2022
Matthew Jackson
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Full Panel VideoBrandon Sanderson is at NYCC for a reading and Q&A, watch it here!
Author of the Mistborn series and Stormlight Archive is onstage in Room 405 for a reading and to answer some fans’ burning questions. Don’t miss it.
October 11, 2022
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Full Panel VideoWatch Brandon Sanderson, Diana Gabaldon, Terry Brooks, Shawn Speakman from NYCC's Titans of Fantasy panel live!
Brandon Sanderson, Diana Gabaldon, and Terry Brooks are taking over Room 405 at the Javits Center to discuss what it’s like creating far-off and magical worlds
October 11, 2022
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Streaming VideoFX brings Mallori Johnson and the cast of Kindred to NYCC for Q&A and exclusive footage - watch it on Popverse
Octavia Butler’s time-warping drama Kindred is headed to FX this fall, but not before stars Mallori Johnson, Micah Stock, Gayle Rankin, Austin Smith, Sophina Brown and Sheria Irving join executive producer and writer Branden Jacobs-Jenkins on stage in Room 405.
October 09, 2022
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Elvira herself, Cassandra Peterson, is coming to NYCC ... and is launching an exclusive Funko Pop edition of her autobiography
A Funko Pop + Elvira crossover - at New York Comic Con 2022
September 30, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Free livestreamWatch many New York Comic Con 2022 panels live with Popverse, for FREE!
Be there from anywhere with Popverse's free livestream of many major New York Comic Con 2022 panels
September 29, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Fan Fiction: How to (and why you SHOULD) read fan fic
TLDR on 'How to read fan fic?': Carefully, then voraciously.
September 28, 2022
Johanna Draper Carlson
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Full Panel VideoWatch fantasy authors Tracy & Laura Hickman bring their stories to life with Dragonhearth panel at ECCC 2022
Watch the full Emerald City Comic Con 2022 panel Dragonhearth live with Tracy & Laura Hickman
September 16, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Grant Morrison on the differences between Luda's Luci and The Invisibles' Lord Fanny
Yes, both are gender queer magicians, but as Morrison explains, there's a lot more that's different than similar between them
September 15, 2022
Graeme McMillan
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Marvel, DC, VIZ, HBO Max, Star Trek, The Walking Dead, more lead New York Comic Con 2022 big panels
Outlander, DC, Star Trek, Marvel, and more (including Weird Al) are coming to NYCC 2022
September 14, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Full Panel VideoWatch D23 Expo 2022's Disney Legends Awards Ceremony live!
Disney CEO Bob Chapek reveals the 2022 Disney Legends award winners - along with a few surprises
September 12, 2022
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"It's about a way of seeing that transforms the world": Grant Morrison on Luda and everything else
The iconic writer talks about their first prose novel, drag, what fills the nothingness at the heart of things, and growing old gracefully
September 08, 2022
Graeme McMillan
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Who is the Stranger from Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power?
Our five picks on who Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power's The Stranger is
September 02, 2022
Ashley V. Robinson
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Re-Live Emerald City Comic Con 2022 with 40 filmed panels, over 20 articles, and video interviews with Jinkx Monsoon, Bendelacreme, Harvey Guillén
Popverse went to Emerald City Comic Con, and has alot to show for it
September 01, 2022
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Full Panel VideoWatch Sam Heughan and Caitriona Balfe lead Outlander cast & crew in talk about show from New York Comic Con 2021
Caitriona Balfe, Sam Heughan, John Bell, Lauren Lyle, Cesar Domboy, Diana Gabaldon and Maril Davis talk about Outlander
August 31, 2022
Veronica Valencia
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Queer As In “More, Please”: Discussing Queer YA at ECCC
Setting the Standard for Queer YA at ECCC
August 31, 2022
Chloe Maveal
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Full panel videoKat Leyh, LL McKinney, and Margaret Owen talk about how queer stories are here to stay at ECCC '22
Watch the full 'Queer Stories are Here to Stay' panel from Emerald City Comic Con 2022 with LL McKinney, Kat Leyh, and Margaret Owen
August 29, 2022
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Full Panel VideoWatch Cait May, LL McKinney, Liana Kangas, Lauren Walsh talk about the evolution of queer stories for teens at Emerald City Comic Con 2022
Cait May, LL McKinney, Liana Kangas, and Lauren Walsh talk queer stories for teens at ECCC '22
August 21, 2022
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Watch the Norse mythology panel Tales from Yggdrasil from Emerald City Comic Con 2022
Get schooled on Norse mythology with Nerds know in ECCC's Tales from Yggdrasil panel
August 20, 2022
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Learn the art and science behind building worlds and characters from Janet Lee and Amy Chu at ECCC '22!
Watch the two acclaimed creators discuss the secrets behind creating new worlds live from the comfort of your own home
August 20, 2022
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Novelist Marissa Meyer spills the bean on her writing secrets (and secret origin) at ECCC '22
The Lunar Chronicles and Gilded author shared all with fans at the Seattle convention
August 19, 2022
Graeme McMillan
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Adam Cesare on his Clown in a Cornfield sequel and why he loves teen horror
Adam Cesare on Clown in a Cornfield 2, slasher sequels, and why clowns are still scary
August 19, 2022
Matthew Jackson
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Full Panel VideoKami Garcia, Alys Arden, LL McKinney, Isaac Goodhart, and Julio Anta talk the Art of Collaboration in YA for ECCC '22 panel
Watch the Art of the Collaboration (YA Edition) panel with Kami Garcia, Alys Arden, LL McKinney, Isaac Goodhart, and Julio Anta from Emerald City Comic Con
August 18, 2022
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Full Panel VideoPunk rock paleontologist Jingmai O’Connor digs into the the fact and fiction of dinosaurs at C2E2 2022
Field Museum curator Jingmai O'Connor delivers 'Digging for Dinos: Bringing The Cutting Edge To The Far Flung Past'
August 16, 2022
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Watch the McElroys' Next Gen Nerds panel with Janet Varney, Joalda Morancy, Kat Leyh from C2E2 2022
Travis and Clint McElroy bring Next Gen Nerds to C2E2 2022 with Kat Leyh, Joalda Morancy, and Janet Varney
August 08, 2022
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Stephen Graham Jones scares us again with exclusive clip from his new horror tale The Babysitter Lives
One of horror's most acclaimed author's drops his own take on the classic babysitter horror story August 9
July 28, 2022
Matthew Jackson
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Comics writer Greg Pak delves into memories of his childhood in new collection of poetry
Comics writer Greg Pak has a new project—and it's a book of poetry
June 09, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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Liveblog!Star Wars Celebration The High Republic: For Light and Life - Live Coverage
Follow along as Popverse brings you live coverage from The High Republic: For Light and Life
May 26, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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Six books you need to read after Leigh Bardugo’s Grishaverse
This list should help fill the Kaz Brekker shaped hole in your heart.
May 25, 2022
Ellie Bavester
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New York Comic Con x MCM Comic Con Metaverse Day 3 Recap!
Carpe Metaverse!
May 20, 2022
Britt Rivera
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New York Comic Con x MCM Comic Con Metaverse Day 2 Recap!
Woah, we're half way there.
May 20, 2022
Britt Rivera
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The webtoon company Tapas Media is getting even bigger
Tapas Media is growing to include web novels, audio books, and more
May 19, 2022
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Feel the excitement of attending a convention with ReedPop's Hall Pass video series
Join comedian/baker Jessica Grant as she plays tour guide to the world of New York Comic Con with Hall Pass
May 19, 2022
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Asian and Asian American graphic novels for kids of all ages
A list of ten great graphic novels by Asian and Asian American comics creators in celebration of AAPI Heritage Month
May 19, 2022
Tiffany Babb
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What your Star Wars lightsaber color says about you
Everything you've ever wanted to know about lightsaber colors and symbolism in Star Wars
May 18, 2022
Alex Jaffe
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C2E2 2021 | Tis the Season: Hack the Holidays (and Save Your Sanity)!
Join us for holiday clips — and transformative tips — to mobilize your mental health!
May 18, 2022
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Hunger Games cosplays to celebrate the film's 10th anniversary
The Hunger Games film series turns 10 this year and we are celebrating with these 13 incredible cosplayers.
March 23, 2022
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C2E2 2021 | Chicago's Ghostly Urban Legends
Join Chicago comic creator Scott Larson ( Visitations 1000 Ways To Die) and paranormal podcasters Patrick Harrington & Rebecca Rivers ( The Ghostly Podcast) as they discuss some of the Windy City's spookiest urban legendsVisitations is the history Of Chicago as seen through the eyes of the residents of the city's oldest cemetery.
December 12, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Timothy Zahn Spotlight
Best known for his iconic Star Wars novels and the creation of the wildly popular character of Grand Admiral Thrawn, Timothy Zahn is making his return to Chicago! Be there as he discusses his previous works as well as his most recent release, Star Wars Thrawn Ascendancy Book III: Lesser Evil
December 11, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Unnecessary Debates (Virtual Screening)
Have you ever wanted to hear funny people debate topics you thought should never be debated? Join exciting guests for this unforgettable geek showdown! (Really you may never be able to forget it…) They will debate unimportant questions like: Who wore it better - Gollum or Tarzan? Who has better hair - Krillin or Aang? Come and learn something you never wanted to know!
December 11, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Celebrating 80 Years of Amazon Warriors
On the 80th anniversary of an icon, take a trip to Themyscira with creators who've been there. Stephanie Phillips (Wonder Woman: Evolution), Stephanie Williams (Nubia), Joelle Jones (Wonder Girl), and Will Pfeifer (Amazons Attack) will be on hand to celebrate 80 years of Wonder Woman and talk about the indelible mark she has left on pop culture.
December 11, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Flowers of the Samurai
For centuries, flower arranging (Ikebana) was an art practiced exclusively by samurai warriors and Buddhist priests. This is a demonstration of the kind of flower arranging practiced by these artists with Professor Charles Harris of the Ikenobo School, presented by the Japanese Culture Center.
December 10, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Level Up Your Kids Comics Book Club (Virtual Screening)
We are living in a golden age of kids comics! Take your graphic novel book club to the next level with tips and tricks from librarians and teachers who are veteran book club hosts, along with expert advice from real kids. They will share practical strategies to plan, organize, and host book clubs that build community, facilitate critical conversations, promote lifelong literacy, and inspire creative responses. Resources to find inclusive comics and teaching resources will be shared.
December 10, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Tor Goes International (Virtual Screening)
From London to Singapore and back again Tor Tor.com and Nightfire authors can be found spinning their tales from across the globe - and setting them in some international locales as well. Join authors AK Larkwood (The Unspoken Name The Thousand Eyes) Alex Pheby (Mordew) Freya Marske (A Marvellous Light) Kerstin Hall (Star Eater) Neon Yang (The Tensorate Series) Shelley Parker-Chan (She Who Became the Sun) as they take you on a virtual tour of SciFi Fantasy and Horror. Moderator: Alex Pheby
December 10, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Tor Teen Presents It's A Thin Line Between Justice and Vengeance (Virtual Screening)
Join fan-favorite YA authors Charlotte Nicole Davis (The Sisters of Reckoning) Amanda Foody & Christine Lynn Herman (All of Us Villains) Mark Oshiro (Each of Us a Desert) Shannon Price (The Endless Skies) Lauren Shippen (Some Faraway Place) and P. Djeli Clark (Master of Djinn) as moderator as they discuss crafting stories and characters out for justice and vengeance in fantasy.
December 10, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Calling All Book Lovers (Virtual Screening)
Tor publishes some of the greatest sci-fi fantasy and horror stories around. This will be a panel to shine a spotlight on some of the exciting books that Tor Tor Teen Tordotcom Publishing Forge and Nightfire have to offer. Join the book lovers from the Tor teams as they share a sneak peek at new and upcoming SFF.
December 10, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Bingeworthy Graphic Novel Series [Virtual Screening]
How does a series installment differ from a stand-alone? How do you pace a series to keep readers invested book to book? Join Rich Moyer (Ham Helsing #1: Vampire Hunter), Miranda Harmon (Mayor Good Boy #1), Chad Sell (The Cardboard Kingdom #2: Roar of the Beast), Sophie Escabasse (Witches of Brooklyn: What the Hex?), and John Gallagher (Max Meow Book 3: Pugs from Planet X), as they discuss how to write the perfect series.
December 10, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Waiter there's some Sci Fi in my Fantasy! (Virtual Screening)
Rules are meant to be broken right? Whether it's aliens making Faustian bargains tidally-locked fantasy worlds inspired by evolutionary biology kaiju hidden on secret islands or super-powered teens in high tech worlds it's undeniable that readers crave mashups of sci-fi and fantasy. Join a group of category-busting speculative fiction writers for a panel unlike any other featuring James Rollins (The Starless Crown) Ryka Aoki (Light From Uncommon Stars) Tochi Onyebuchi (Goliath) and John Scalzi (The Kaiju Preservation Society). Moderated by Jay Bonansinga (Stan Lee's The Devil's Quintet).
December 10, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Legends, Myths, Fables, and Folklore Creating New Stories from Rich and Epic Histories (Virtual Screening)
From the 14th century alchemist Nicholas Flamel to the West African water spirit Mami Wata, characters of myth, legend, and fairy tale have long inspired authors of fantasy. Join New York Times bestselling authors Michael Scott (The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel: The Lost Stories Collection), Elizabeth Lim (Six Crimson Cranes), Erin A. Craig (Small Favors), and Natasha Bowen (Skin of the Sea) for a discussion on their favorite fables and how they approach adapting such storied tales into something new and exciting.
December 10, 2021
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C2E2 2021 | Nightfire Presents Read Your Fears - (Virtual Screening)
Tor, Nightfire, and the HWA Chicagoland Chapter are here to present books for the dead, the living, and everyone in between. Come join authors Catriona Ward (The Last House on Needless Street, Sundial), Thomas Olde Heuvelt (HEX, Echo), Lee Mandelo (Summer Sons), Cassandra Khaw (Nothing But Blackened Teeth), and Gretchen Felker-Martin (Manhunt) as they talk about their new books, the state of horror, and all things frightening. Moderated by Becky Spratford, national Co-Coordinator of the Libraries program for HWA (Horror Writers Association).
December 10, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Tis the Season: Hack the Holidays (And Save Your Sanity!)
To greet the geeks gathering in gratitude for pop culture this Thanksgiving weekend, @SuperheroIRL is screening scenes from movies that show how families — yep, all of ours — drive each other crazy. Join celebs and psychologists for some hilarious holiday stories — and transformative tips — to mobilize your mental health. You’ll need it!
December 08, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Not Your Average Fantasy Novel: Fantasy for Readers of the 21st Century
Are dragons and knights still cool? Will classic myths and old fairy tales continue to influence today's writers? Join a panel of today’s successful fantasy fiction creators and hear their secrets on how they've kept their genre fun, fresh, and relevant for today's fans.
December 07, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Calling All Book Lovers (Virtual Screening)
Tor publishes some of the greatest sci-fi, fantasy, and horror stories around. This will be a panel to shine a spotlight on some of the exciting books that Tor, Tor Teen, Tordotcom Publishing , Forge, and Nightfire have to offer. Join the book lovers from the Tor teams as they share a sneak peek at new and upcoming SFF.
December 05, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Unnecessary Debates [VIRTUAL SCREENING]
Have you ever wanted to hear funny people debate topics you thought should never be debated? Join exciting guests for this unforgettable geek showdown! (Really you may never be able to forget it…) They will debate unimportant questions like: Who wore it better - Gollum or Tarzan? Who has better hair - Krillin or Aang? Come and learn something you never wanted to know!
December 05, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Speculative Journeys: A Guide to Finding Your Place and Your People in Other Worlds Autograph Session
Come meet authors Charlie Jane Anders, Seanan McGuire, Cat Rambo, James Rollins, John Scalzi following their panel Speculative Journeys.
December 05, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Mechas, Con Artists, and Mages... Oh My!
From giant fighting mechas to magic that is sung and crafty heists with plot twists you won’t see coming, these powerhouse YA authors deliver standout reads in the sci-fi and fantasy genres. Join Margaret Owen (Little Thieves), and Zoe Hana Mikuta (Gearbreakers), and Julia Ember (Ruinsong) as they talk about everything from writing a swoon-worthy romance to action-packed fight scenes, bone-chilling curses, and protagonists you can’t help but adore! This panel will be moderated by Cossette Woo (Teatimelit).
December 05, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Crafting Asian-Inspired Narratives
From deeply-rich characters to fantastical worlds, join a panel of writers as they discuss Eastern influences in their work. These powerhouse authors will discuss the impact of culture, history, and media used to inspire their own creations and touch on the processes of crafting Asian-inspired narratives. Featuring Fonda Lee (The Green Bone Saga) and Zoe Hana Mikuta (Gearbreakers).
December 05, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Authors on Writing Advice and the Business of Publishing
Ever wanted to know what it takes to make it as an author? Join a panel of seasoned industry professionals as they talk about the best writing advice they ever got, what advice they’d give to aspiring authors and break down the business of being a full-time writer. Featuring Fonda Lee, John Scalzi, James Rollins, Madeleine Roux and Charlie Jane Anders.
December 04, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Beyond the Stars - Worldbuilding in Science Fiction
The greatest science fiction is all about grappling with the question “What else is there?” Whether it’s exploring far-off galaxies or looking ahead to our tomorrow, these authors have seen beyond what is to what could be. Join them as they discuss how they created whole new worlds that still feel real and relatable and what issues they hoped to confront while leaving the present behind.
December 04, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Warriors, Witches and Women Who Rule Worlds
With princesses who slay their own dragons and damsels who get themselves out of distress these authors speak about the role of the strong female character in speculative fiction. Featuring Greta Kelly (THE FROZEN CROWN & THE SEVENTH QUEEN), J.S. Dewes (THE DIVIDE SERIES), Genevieve Gornichec, (THE WITCH'S HEART), Sara Bond (GRAVITY'S HEIR), A.J. Super (THE SEVEN STARS SAGA), and Jaye Viner (JANE OF BATTERY PARK)
December 03, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Spotlight on Jarrett Melendez & Chef's Kiss
The Spotlight on Jarrett Melendez panel will preview the food and comics writer’s debut graphic novel Chef’s Kiss. Melendez will discuss his forthcoming queer YA story about an aspiring writer who takes a temporary job in a restaurant and soon develops a crush on a super dreamy chef.
December 03, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Tor Teen Presents It's a Thin Line Between Justice and Vengeance (Virtual Screening)
Join fan-favorite YA authors Charlotte Nicole Davis (The Sisters of Reckoning) Amanda Foody & Christine Lynn Herman (All of Us Villains) Mark Oshiro (Each of Us a Desert) Shannon Price (The Endless Skies) Lauren Shippen (Some Faraway Place) and P. Djeli Clark (Master of Djinn) as moderator as they discuss crafting stories and characters out for justice and vengeance in fantasy.
December 02, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Nightfire Presents: Read Your Fears (Virtual Screening)
Tor, Nightfire, and the HWA Chicagoland Chapter are here to present books for the dead, the living, and everyone in between. Come join authors Catriona Ward (The Last House on Needless Street, Sundial), Thomas Olde Heuvelt (HEX, Echo), Lee Mandelo (Summer Sons), Cassandra Khaw (Nothing But Blackened Teeth), and Gretchen Felker-Martin (Manhunt) as they talk about their new books, the state of horror, and all things frightening. Moderated by Becky Spratford, National Co-Coordinator of the Libraries program for HWA (Horror Writers Association).
December 02, 2021
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ECCC 2021 | Waiter, there’s some Sci Fi in my Fantasy!
Rules are meant to be broken right? Whether it’s aliens making Faustian bargains tidally-locked fantasy worlds inspired by evolutionary biology kaiju hidden in an alternative world accessible from ours, or super-powered teens in high tech worlds it’s undeniable that readers crave mashups of sci-fi and fantasy. Join a group of category-busting speculative fiction writers for a panel unlike any other featuring James Rollins (The Starless Crown) Ryka Aoki (Light From Uncommon Stars) Tochi Onyebuchi (Goliath) and John Scalzi (The Kaiju Preservation Society). Moderated by Jay Bonansinga (Stan Lee’s The Devil’s Quintet).
December 02, 2021
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MCM London 2021 | Women in Pop Culture
Join Helen O’Hara, Tasha Suri, C.L Clark and Everina Maxwell as they discuss the increasingly positive changes with regards to women in popular fiction, as well as some of the challenges that they still face.
October 27, 2021
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MCM London 2021 | Diverse State of Mind
How is the entertainment industry tackling diversity? What more can be done via TV, Movies, Games, and Streaming to be more inclusive and support minorities. We discuss these issues and more with our panelists Laura Kate Dale, MC Fixer, and Tazziii.
October 24, 2021
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MCM London 2021 | Fantasy Worldbuilding 101
What makes a world complete? How do you create multi-dimensional story arcs for characters and keep readers glued to your story? Join Claire North, RJ Barker, TL Huchu, Stark Holborn, Ben Aaronovitch, and RA Williams and learn from some of the best as they dive into the depths of world-building from their work.
October 24, 2021
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MCM London 2021 | How To Scare People: Horror Authors On Turning Your Blood Cold
Halloween is coming, so it’s time for some eerie fables! Join Tiffani Angus, Verity Holloway, Kim Newman, RA Williams as they explore the blurred lines between dream, fiction, and reality and what inspired them to write in the genres of horror, historical fiction, and folklore.
October 23, 2021
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MCM London 2021 | Debuting in 2021: What Worked What Didn't And What We Learned From It
A lot of things had to change in 2021 including how books were released. Join five traditionally published authors who debuted this year to learn how they shifted tactics to launch their books in a mostly virtual world. They will share what worked and what flopped and what takeaways they will use for their next book. This panel will cover topics such as preorder campaigns giveaways social media strategies how to virtually connect with readers and more!
October 22, 2021
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MCM London 2021 | The 540 Doors to Valhalla: Norse Myths in Fantasy Fiction
As numerous as the doors to Valhalla are the ways in which the Norse Myths have been retold in fiction outside & beyond Marvel. Join Norse fantasy authors Francesca Simon Joanne Harris & Professor Carolyne Larrington with book blogger Becky Hill in an online discussion on the Norse Myths in Fantasy Fiction. Which Norse legends inspired them? How did they renew old stories? Why does the Norse Pantheon still capture the imagination? Discover & explore this exciting sub-genre.
October 22, 2021
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MCM London 2021 | Development to Deliverables Film School Hour (Based on Top Selling Book)
Our panel will discuss the process of making your film from the very start to the moment you hand it off to the distributor and all the in-betweens. It's film school in an hour. We answered questions on all aspects of film from development to prep to production to post to the deliverables you'll need to provide to any distributor and how they differ and how to prepare for all of this at the start. Based on our top selling book.
October 22, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | The Women Who Built Fandom
Ever since Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley published "Frankenstein" over two hundred years ago women have been at the forefront of science-fiction and science-fiction fandom. Women created the first media conventions; Women organized letter-writing campaigns to television studios; Women were costuming publishing fanzines writing fan fiction and creating fan art long before the days of live tweets and reaction videos. Our panelists will celebrate the history of the women who laid the groundwork for modern-day fandom as we aspire to carry on their legacy.
October 13, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | #BroadwayToHollywood: A New Age of Musicals
Take a look at what it takes to bring the magic of a Broadway Musical to new mediums in this behind-the-scenes look at “Hamilton,” “In The Heights,” “Dear Evan Hansen,” “Wicked,” “Beetlejuice,” “Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical,” and “Tick, Tick… Boom!” Get insight from talented creatives as they discuss the impact Broadway has had on Hollywood productions and how Hollywood has been instrumental in expanding the audience! Featuring Composer/ Music Director Alex Lacamoire (“Hamilton,” “In The Heights”), Music Producer Bill Sherman (“In The Heights,” “Tick, Tick… Boom!”), Makeup Designer/ Department Head Stevie Martin (“Dear Evan Hansen,” “Respect”), Makeup Designer Joe Dulude II (“Wicked,” “Beetlejuice,” “Jesus Christ Superstar Live”), and Composer/ Music Supervisor Daniel Mertzlufft (“Ratatouille: The TikTok Musical”). Moderated by Actor and Singer, Joshua Henry (“Hamilton,” “Tick, Tick… Boom!”)
October 12, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Disney’s Winnie the Pooh to The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Rockefeller Productions: Nostalgia through Puppetry. Jonathan Rockefeller will speak with appearances by The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Paddington, The Golden Girls, The Cast from Friends (our new show beginning in November) and Winnie the Pooh and Tigger. Jonathan will discuss the inspiration and creative process and will feature video as well as live puppets. Jonathan was mentored by Baz Lurhmann so there is a lot to discuss.
October 12, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Incorporating Social Emotional Learning through Comics, Graphic Novels, Anime & Manga
Three teachers from MS137 School of Heroes in Ozone Park will share how they use comics, graphic novels, anime and manga to promote social emotional learning in their classrooms. Some examples are introducing a comic library in the classroom and creating comic characters out of characters from novels.
October 12, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Help the AstroNuts Find the Perfect Planet! Or else.
National Ambassador for Young People's Lit Jon Scieszka and International Illustrator/Open Source Collage Master Steven Weinberg are going to spill the beans about the Top Secret NNASA (Not NASA) program of 4 superpowered animal astronauts built to find a Goldilocks Planet to save all humanity. Combining real hardcore climate science, goofy action, and mind-blowing illustrations, Jon and Steven will tell the whole truth about how the AstroNuts can only find the Perfect Planet with your help.
October 12, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | In Conversation with Soman Chainani & Marie Lu
#1 New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu, hailed by The New York Times as “the doyenne of dystopia,” has just concluded her darkest series yet with STEELSTRIKER, the highly anticipated finale to the Skyhunter duet. Join Marie as she discusses her decade-long relationship with dystopian YA fiction, concluding the Skyhunter series, and what’s next, with Soman Chainani (Beasts and Beauty).
October 12, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Space Odysseys: A Chat with Charlie Jane Anders and Tochi Onyebuchi
In this panel Tor.com and Book Riot contributor Aurora Dominguez will be in conversation with these two amazing authors of YA Sci-Fi Fiction.
October 12, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Greater Than Fiction: Real Life Stories of Tragedy and Triumph!
Join Priya Huq (PIECE BY PIECE: THE STORY OF NISRIN’S HIJAB), Ian Rosenberg and Mike Cavallaro (FREE SPEECH HANDBOOK), Marc Hartzman (CHASING GHOSTS), Kristen Radtke (SEEK YOU), and Marisabina Russo (WHY IS EVERYBODY YELLING?) as they discuss embracing the power of storytelling to share true tales of faith and family in the past and present, being a world citizen, the supernatural history of America, and loneliness and its manifestations with Patty Hawkins.
October 12, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Cheesy Line-Reading Contest
Calling all actors! Do you think you can deliver the most famously cheesy lines from your favorite movies and TV shows better than the pros? Compete against other Comic-Con attendees to see who will be the next Nicolas Cage or Hayden Christensen or just sit back and cheer on your favorites. You'll laugh! You'll groan! You might even cry! Either way, it's sure to be a memorable time.
October 10, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Podlander Drunkcast: an Outlander Podcast Live (*cough* and filthy) fanfic!
One of the world's most popular/profane Outlander podcasts returns to its most ludicrous format: The composition of live fanfic as guided by the audience and dolled up by their own prodigiously weird minds. (Not recommended for kids unless you're super cool about your kid's swearing and talking about doin' it.) The accents will be bad, the innuendo plentiful, and the singing completely unnecessary.
October 10, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Total Eclipse of the Witch
The rising popularity of witches across format and genre has put a spell on all of us - hear from creators about why we're all so bewitched, and all the different kinds of fictional witches to love. Join Rebecca Mock (SALT MAGIC), Ann Aguirre (WITCH, PLEASE), Rachel Griffin (THE NATURE OF WITCHES), and Scarlett St. Clair (KING OF BATTLE & BLOOD) as they get their witch on with Phoebe Cramer (Publishers Weekly).
October 10, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Creating the After-verse: Featuring Anna Todd & Wattpad Books (Virtual Screenings)
Anna Todd is the bestselling author of the After series producer of the film adaptations and entrepreneur whose loyal fanbase has followed her journey since she began posting on Wattpad almost a decade ago. But how did her story which was once confined to smartphones become the global phenomenon that it is? Anna Todd and studio executives Aron Levitz and Ashleigh Gardner will walk the audience through the process from start to finish take questions and discuss what comes after After.
October 10, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Take a Stand with Politically Charged YA Fiction
Rebellious spirits reign supreme in Marie Lu (STEELSTRIKER), Marie Rutkoski (THE HOLLOW HEART), and Carolyn Tara O’Neil’s (DAUGHTERS OF A DEAD EMPIRE) harrowing thrillers about the price we pay for change. Join these authors as they discuss writing YA fiction that helps explore and process sociopolitical issues.
October 09, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | FRIENDS FOREVER! Spotlight on Shannon Hale & LeUyen Pham
Shannon Hale and LeUyen Pham are the New York Times bestselling creators of the Friends series of graphic novel memoirs, which includes the newly released finale: FRIENDS FOREVER. They are also best friends in real life. In their new installment, young Shannon is in eighth grade, and life is more complicated than ever! Join Shannon and LeUyen as they discuss the graphic novel memoir genre, ending the Friends series.
October 09, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Murder at Teal's Pond: The Unsolved Mystery That Inspired Twin Peaks
Authors David Bushman and Mark Givens discuss the 113-year-old cold case murder that inspired the TV show Twin Peaks which is the subject of their upcoming book -- coming in December from the Amazon-owned publishing house Thomas + Mercer.
October 09, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Love In the Time of the Pandemic
The unqualified success of romance in multiple mediums is a testament to the passion of its readers and authors, and it provides a much-needed HEA in uncertain times. Journalist Lily Herman will discuss the joys of Happily Ever After, or at least Happy For Now, with Brigid Kemmerer (DEFY THE NIGHT), K.M. Jackson (HOW TO MARRY KEANU REEVES IN 90 DAYS), and Christina Lauren (THE SOULMATE EQUATION).
October 09, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Romance in Dark Fantasy for Teens
Join powerhouses Marie Lu (STEELSTRIKER), Marie Rutkoski (THE HOLLOW HEART), and Victoria Lee (A LESSON IN VENGEANCE), as they discuss the sizzling romances in their upcoming cinematic YA novels, the challenges of writing love stories against the backdrop of high-stakes drama, and whether or not happily-ever-after is even possible in the world of dark fantasy with Ryan La Sala (THE HONEYS).
October 09, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Beaten to a Pulp: Publishing Entrepreneurs in Today’s Crime Fiction
The days of fiction writers just turning in a completed manuscript and sitting back while the publisher markets the book are look are long gone. Today’s authors have become Hidden Entrepreneurs, actively finding, developing and managing new ways to reach and connect with audiences. Authors Alex Segura (Miami Midnight, Poe Dameron: Free Fall), J. C. Vaughn (Second Wednesday, McCandless & Co.) and Charles Ardai (Hard Case Crime) will be revealing, and debating, the best ways to build audiences in their chosen niche – crime fiction. Moderated by Ithaca College’s Ed Catto.
October 08, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | The Heart of Storytelling
More often than not, the stories that resonate intensely with us as readers, come from very real life experiences. Join these four authors as they talk about how they bring these stories of autism, learning disabilities, and psychological challenges to the page. Moderator: Janna Morishima Panelists: Rosemary Rivera, Mario Menjivar, Tracy White, Claudia Addeo.
October 08, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | So you want to create a Graphic Medicine Book Club?
Graphic novels are becoming increasingly part of the classroom experience in higher education there has been a larger emphasis on stories of illness and health being presented in this format and the field of Graphic Medicine keeps growing in popularity. Trying to rally together institutional support identify appropriate content for students and share resources to meet regularly can be difficult. Hear firsthand experiences from educators and artists who have created a space both in-person and online for reading discussing and teaching these kinds of texts. By engaging in a conversation about the successes challenges and best practices for forming these kinds of meeting groups and spaces to explore graphic medicine texts collaboratively other educators can learn strategies to create similar programming in their schools and libraries.
October 08, 2021
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NYCC 2021 | Representation is Everything: When I see books, teachers and librarians who look like me
One of the best words in our conversations today is "representation". When students and professionals see others in positions of authority, responsibility and influence who reflect our own image, the benefits and opportunities develop at a much stronger pace. We see this in our comics and we are now looking for it from our leaders.
October 08, 2021
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