Science Fiction and Fantasy Conventions (p.1)From Worldcon to the tiniest regional convention, find the con that's right for you. Showing listings 1 to 7 (of 7 total) Home > Conventions A tradition in Southern Fandom since 1975, Chattacon 34 is scheduled for January 23-25, 2009 in Chattanooga, TN. A convention for fans of science fiction, horror, fantasy, gaming, anime, costuming, fan films and more, held in Chattanooga, TN. Next scheduled for Feb. 20-22, 2009. The 66th World Science Fiction Convention, Denver Colorado, August 6-10, 2008. An educational science fiction and fantasy convention for fans in the Shenandoah Valley area. SheVaCon 17 is scheduled for February 27-March1, 2009. Sirens, a conference dedicated to women in fantasy literature, will be held October 1–4, 2009, at the Vail Cascade Resort and Spa in Vail, Colorado. The conference, both scholarly examination and professional retreat, welcomes academics, authors, professionals, and readers to attend—and provide varying perspectives on fantasy books by women, female characters in fantasy works, the market for fantasy by and about women, and how to support women in fantasy literature. Guests of Honor in 2009, the conference's inaugural year, include authors Tamora Pierce, Sherwood Smith, and Kristin Cashore, each of whom has written of strong, smart women warriors. In addition, all attendees are encouraged to propose presentation topics related to women in fantasy: history, social studies, fan studies, business, specific books and series, fantasy generally, or even Sirens's 2009 focus on warrior characters and the women who write them. Stellarcon is a general fantasy, science fiction, horror, and comics fiction convention held in High Point, NC. Draws an average of 500 fans each year, according to their site. The World Fantasy Convention is an annual gathering of professionals, collectors, and others interested in the field of fantasy art and literature. |
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