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July 5 - 7, 2024


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Programming


Various interesting panels, sessions and events beginning Friday afternoon will be scheduled for your enlightenment and enjoyment. Subjects range from the delightfully silly to the seriously sublime.

If you would like to be part of our panels, sessions and events, or just have programming suggestions, go to the new Event Planning Dashboard and log in (or create a new account). From there you can volunteer as a Programming Participant, request a table in the Creators' Alley*, make programming suggestions and much more.

*Please note that tables in the Creators' Alley area of the Expo Hall are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are reserved specifically for authors, artists, etc. that are interested in selling, promoting, and autographing their own works and would like to have additional opportunities to meet face-to-face with their fans and other attendees of InConJunction. Authors, artists, etc. that are planning on selling any other additional merchandise must purchase vendor space in the InConJunction Expo Hall. Artists that would like to display their works and make them available for purchase (in particular artists that are not planning on attending InConJunction or who may require additional hanging/display space) are encouraged to contact the Art Show organizer to reserve space in the InConJunction Art Show.

If you have questions about InConJunction's programming, have any recommendations or suggestions that you would like to share, or need any other additional information please feel free to contact our Programming Coordinator via email at programming@inconjunction.org or write to:

InConJunction 43 -- Programming
P.O. Box 2921
Indianapolis, IN 46206


Programming Milestones:
  • April 15 Scheduling begins.
  • May 1 Initial Itineraries emailed.
  • May 15 Final Itineraries emailed.
  • June 1 Final Schedule posted to website and program books


Programming Schedule


Friday, July 5th
TimeMain ProgrammingPanel Room 1Panel Room 2Panel Room 3Golden Preconvene
2:00 PMMake-and-Take Your Own Kalimba (Parts I & II)Combat and Self-Defense for Writers
2:30 PMDC vs. Marvel: The Good, the Bad and the UglyNurturing Mental Wellness
3:00 PMPoetry of the StarsWeaseling Your Way Into Shared Universes
3:30 PMThe Ins and Outs of Self-Publishing
4:00 PMRetro Video Games for WeirdosFoundations of Fiction
4:30 PM
5:00 PMBattle for the War of the Conquest for the Kingdom of the Planet of the ApesReading the MoviesFrom Point A to Point X: Time Travel Dos and Don'ts
5:30 PM
6:00 PMNow You've Made It WeirdSuperhero Animation: What's Going On?Getting Steamy in SFF
6:30 PM
7:00 PMOpening Ceremonies
7:30 PM
8:00 PMForgotten Cartoons We All Want Back (Or Do We?)From Sci-Fi to WiFi: How Nerdy Women Have Shaped HistoryFriday Night Open Mic Readings
8:30 PMWars vs. Trek: The Threepios Meet the Klingon Pop Warrior
9:00 PMReading by Author TammyJo Eckhart
9:30 PMFriday Night Filk
10:00 PMMama Lish
10:30 PM
11:00 PM
11:30 PM
12:00 AM
12:30 AM
1:00 AM
1:30 AM
2:00 AM
2:30 AM
3:00 AM
Saturday, July 6th
TimeMain ProgrammingPanel Room 1Panel Room 2Panel Room 3Golden Preconvene
9:00 AMThe Art of Book Covers in 2024Legit Uses of AI for Writers and Artists
9:30 AM
10:00 AMJohn Scalzi Q&AMother Castle: A Mindful Meditation and Writing WorkshopDiscover the EndingBenefits of Our Hobbies to Our Mental Health
10:30 AM
11:00 AMFandom Fusion: Integrate Your Passions into Everyday LifeReading: "Gray Police" by N E Riggs
11:30 AMThe Ghostbusters Franchise
12:00 PMThe Klingon Language in "Star Trek: Prodigy", with the Klingon Pop WarriorThrough a Side Door: Speculative Stories and Moving Through TraumaPlay Reading: "The Egg" by Lou Harry
12:30 PMAI and Algorithmic Bias: The Illusion of Code Neutrality
1:00 PMCreating Weird ScienceCrafting Cross-Genre FictionLet's Talk Favorites
1:30 PM
2:00 PMStarfleet Command MeetingThings We Can't AnymoreBecause I Said So: Internal Logic in SFF
2:30 PMCharity Auction
3:00 PMThe Make Your Own Character PanelHow to Digest Complex Creatures of History & LiteratureEntertain Me (InConJunction's Got Talent)Composing Lyrics
3:30 PM
4:00 PMWomen and DragonsVirtual Lorraine Schleter Afrofuturism: What Is It & Why It's Important
4:30 PMRandomly Randy
5:00 PMCosplay ContestStar Trek & Star Wars: Using the Force to Boldly Go Where No One Has Gone BeforeUsing History to Enhance Your Stories
5:30 PMLARP Among Us
6:00 PMP3W's Thumb War of the Worlds II: the Second One!Librarians: Guardians of Free SpeechBuild-A-Plot Writing Workshop
6:30 PMBest Book I Read Since the Last InConJunction
7:00 PMSuperHappyFunTime: Deal with the Darkside
7:30 PM
8:00 PMWeird ScienceSaturday Night Open Mic Readings
8:30 PMIntroducing New TTRPGs To Your Group
9:00 PM
9:30 PMSaturday Night Filk
10:00 PMKlingon Pop Warrior ConcertSuper Happy Fun Time: Con Feuds
10:30 PM
11:00 PMHorror Films for Weirdos
11:30 PM
12:00 AM
Sunday, July 7th
TimeMain ProgrammingPanel Room 1Panel Room 2Panel Room 3Golden Preconvene
10:00 AMSustainability in CosplayNon-Denominational Chapel ServiceHow to Save the World: Writing High-Stakes Fiction
10:30 AM
11:00 AMPub TriviaGuest Readings by Clif Flynt, Sara Marian Deurell and Jon R. OsborneLooking Back at Four Decades of ConventionsScientists in the MoviesJoined at the Pen: Co-writing, Editing and the Line Between
11:30 AM
12:00 PMAttendee Meet n' Greet"Canceled": The War between Publishing and Readers in a BookTok WorldTwitch Streaming & Gaming with the Klingon Pop WarriorBuild-A-Plot Writing Workshop
12:30 PM
1:00 PMThe Threepios: Star Wars Songs and Stories From Human Cyborg MusiciansPagan ServiceMetal and Bolts and Gears, Oh My!Writers Ask John Scalzi Anything
1:30 PMChoosing Your Path to Publishing
2:00 PMRap With the Con Chair/Meet the Circle of Janus
2:30 PM
3:00 PMClosing Ceremonies
3:30 PM


Programming Schedule Listing


Friday, July 5th
2:00 PM Panel Room 1

Make-and-Take Your Own Kalimba (Parts I & II)   (1 Hour, 30 Minutes - Workshop)
Decorate and assemble your very own kalimba - a musical instrument descended from the African mbira. In this *two-part workshop*, you will decorate and assemble your very own musical instrument! Part 1: Paint/Seal Part 2: Assemble (10 a.m. Saturday, Directors Row 1) All participants will need to be present at both sessions. Each child under 13 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian (one adult per child). The cost is $35, and is limited to 10 participants or pairs. Register via the Donate button at www.inconjunction.org.

Golden Preconvene

Combat and Self-Defense for Writers   (1 Hour - Demonstration)
A basic introduction to self-defense in general, followed by a discussion of what is possible (and practical!) in combat. Designed for writers but with practical demonstrations, with time for questions and answers. I practice Pekiti Tirsia Kali, Dutch Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and I assist with personal self-defense at my local gym.
Participants:Jade Young

2:30 PM Main Programming

DC vs. Marvel: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly   (1 Hour, 30 Minutes - Expert Panel)
A panel discussion of DC and Marvel comics, movies, television series and video games. This panel will explore the history of these companies, their characters, their rivalries, future direction, and impact on fans and pop culture.
Participants:John F. Allen, Mike Suess, J.D. Kennedy, Sara Deurell

Panel Room 3

Nurturing Mental Wellness   (1 Hour - Presentation)
I have been dealing with being an introvert, depression and anxiety for most of my life, but I also love to attend conventions. In this panel we will discuss my personal ways of dealing with mental illnesses and attending conventions. Bring questions and ideas for ways you cope.

3:00 PM Panel Room 2

Poetry of the Stars   (1 Hour)
Do you like sci-fi poetry? Would you like to learn more about it? Come share your expertise or curiosity.

Golden Preconvene

Weaseling Your Way Into Shared Universes   (1 Hour)
Writing in a shared universe is a great way for new writers to get noticed and for established authors to reach new readers. How do you get into shared worlds? What are some considerations writing in a shared universe? Do the pros outweigh the cons? (spoiler warning - generally yes)
Participants:Jon Osborne

3:30 PM Panel Room 3

The Ins and Outs of Self-Publishing   (1 Hour, 30 Minutes - Expert Panel)
So you've written a book and you're asking yourself: what next? We will go over how to get your manuscript polished through the different editing stages, how to choose which channels to publish through, how to find a cover artist or make your own, ways to format your book for publishing, and give you the rundown about the dreaded M word: marketing.
Participants:Taylar Johnson, Chris Clouser, Rue Sparks, Jade Young, Jeff Couch, Leigh Kimmel

4:00 PM Main Programming

Retro Video Games for Weirdos   (1 Hour - Presentation - Rating: PG)
Would the sport of golf be improved by the addition of ninjas and dragons? How does learning how to type help defeat zombies? Learn the answers to these strange questions and more as we examine some of the weirdest video games of the past.
Participants:M. Selby

Panel Room 2

Foundations of Fiction   (2 Hours - Workshop)
This workshop is designed to break down and identify the Foundations of Fiction so they can be used to strengthen your writing. The Foundations of Fiction may be applied to all genres of fiction as well as screenwriting and comic-book writing. This workshop will also cover why an understanding of the Foundations of Fiction is extremely instrumental to good writing at any stage of the writer's journey.
Participants:John F. Allen

5:00 PM Main Programming

Battle for the War of the Conquest for the Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes   (1 Hour - General Discussion)
Dr. Rob Pyatt and Lou Harry discuss the franchise and its latest installment.
Participants:Rob Pyatt, Ph.D., Lou Harry

Panel Room 3

Reading the Movies   (1 Hour - General Discussion)
We know the book is usually better, but what happens when the book is based on the movie? Come explore the wild world of movie novelizations as we ask questions like: Why did so many '90s movies get a book? Are some of these good, actually? Who's writing these things? and How many authors does it take to adapt "Free Willy" into a 90-page book?

Golden Preconvene

From Point A to Point X: Time Travel Dos and Don'ts   (1 Hour - Expert Panel)
This panel will discuss how to effectively implement time travel in stories without breaking your story.
Participants:Jade Young, Will Sobel, Sara Deurell

6:00 PM Main Programming

Now You've Made It Weird   (1 Hour)
Author Guest of Honor John Scalzi discusses how how to ground your high concept for your narrative.
Participants:John Scalzi

Panel Room 2

Superhero Animation: What's Going On?   (1 Hour)
A discussion of the seasons of "What If?", "Invincible" and "X-Men '97." What went well and what didn't?
Participants:Mike Suess

Golden Preconvene

Getting Steamy in SFF   (1 Hour - Expert Panel - Rating: ADULT)
Our panelists will discuss best practices for writing romance scenes in speculative fiction.
Participants:Jade Young, TammyJo Eckhart, Will Sobel, Taylar Johnson, Jeff Couch

7:00 PM Main Programming

Opening Ceremonies   (1 Hour - Audience Participation)
Welcome to InCon 43! Meet our guests!

8:00 PM Panel Room 1

Forgotten Cartoons We All Want Back (Or Do We?)   (1 Hour - Rating: G)
Darkside Presents: Cartoon reviews from days of yore.
Participants:Alicia Harding, Brooklyn Harding, Aria Wong, Lola Wong, Shawn Wong, Tina Wong

Panel Room 3

From Sci-Fi to WiFi: How Nerdy Women Have Shaped History   (1 Hour - Presentation - Rating: PG)
This presentation is a captivating journey through the significant contributions women have made to various fields from science fiction to technology. Featuring the likes of Mary Shelley, who challenged societal norms with her groundbreaking novel "Frankenstein," and Hedy Lamarr, an actress who revolutionized wireless communication with her invention, this presentation celebrates the often-overlooked accomplishments of women. With a focus on more than just STEM fields, the panel showcases the many ways in which women have shaped history through their innovative thinking, creativity and determination to make a difference in the world.
Participants:Rachel Frend

Golden Preconvene

Friday Night Open Mic Readings   (1 Hour, 30 Minutes - Performance - Rating: PG-13)
Join us for our Friday Open Mic Readings where we'll let volunteers read aloud from their own writing. You can read from any genre, including poetry and creative nonfiction, as long as it's PG-14 and yours. Anyone is welcome to participate.
Participants:Jade Young, Jeff Couch

8:30 PM Main Programming

Wars vs. Trek: The Threepios Meet the Klingon Pop Warrior   (2 Hours - Performance - Rating: PG)
Two sci-fi-themed pop music tribute projects lock in deadly make-believe combat in a battle beyond the stars! The droid-friendly Indianapolis-based Star Wars tribute trio The Threepios face off against the forehead-ridged might of Chicago's famed bird of prey, the Klingon Pop Warrior! Witness the clash of the millennium as these fandom projects face off in onstage musical combat!
Participants:The Threepios, Klingon Pop Warrior

9:00 PM Panel Room 3

Reading by Author TammyJo Eckhart   (1 Hour, 30 Minutes - Author Reading)
TammyJo will be reading from the first two books of her new adult science fiction series Almost Partners.
Participants:TammyJo Eckhart

9:30 PM Panel Room 2

Friday Night Filk   (6 Hours - Performance - Rating: G)
Come to listen, or to play.

10:00 PM Panel Room 1

Mama Lish   (1 Hour - Rating: ADULT)
Darkside Presents: Mama Lish while clutching her pearls. Spicy Tales: Join Darkside's Mama Lish while she narrates for you a spicy tale or two with her favorite bottle of red. Please come!
Participants:Alicia Harding, Brooklyn Harding, Shawn Wong, Tina Wong

Saturday, July 6th
9:00 AM Main Programming

The Art of Book Covers in 2024   (1 Hour - Expert Panel)
Despite publishing being 500 years old, the past 20 years have seen more changes to the landscape of publishing than any other time in history. E-books, print on demand, self-publishing, BookTok - things evolve at a breakneck pace, and even for readers keeping up can be a challenge. Yet despite the constant evolution, book covers remain one of the most important marketing aspects for any book. The tools and aesthetic may have changed, but a book cover can make or break whether a book rises to the top, or gets swept away in an oversaturated market. We will go over the current state of book covers, technical considerations, how to create or commission a cover, and how niche genres play a role for both authors and readers.
Participants:Rue Sparks, T. Lee Harris, Jade Young

Panel Room 3

Legit Uses of AI for Writers and Artists   (1 Hour - Expert Panel)
Copy/paste the description of your character into an AI image generator to see if it matches your vision of the character? Do a Google image search for images of a "thing" you want in your story? Using Google Maps to street-walk down the place your story will take place to make accurate descriptions? Are these all legit uses of the technology, or are they pushing the bad edge? What else might you do, and where do you draw the line?
Participants:Chris Clouser, Clif Flynt, Leigh Kimmel

10:00 AM Main Programming

John Scalzi Q&A   (1 Hour)
Meet the author Guest of Honor.
Participants:John Scalzi

Panel Room 1

Mother Castle: A Mindful Meditation and Writing Workshop   (3 Hours)
Mother Castle is a workshop that combines storytelling, mythic structure, and elements of Buddhism to connect writers and creatives through empathy. We will use this methodology to unlock the barriers to achieving the impossible and creating meaning. This is a 3 hour workshop that will include time for writing and meditation.
Participants:Riwo *

Panel Room 2

Discover the Ending   (1 Hour)
Did you like the ending of "Star Trek: Discovery?" What were the highs and lows of the season and the series? Come and discuss.
Participants:Mike Suess

Panel Room 3

Benefits of Our Hobbies to Our Mental Health   (1 Hour - Presentation)
In this forum we will be discussing the benefits that our hobbies - such as gaming, reading, etc. - have on our mental health. We will look at studies that have been done as well individual statements from those affected.

11:00 AM Main Programming

Fandom Fusion: Integrate Your Passions into Everyday Life   (1 Hour - General Discussion - Rating: G)
Dive into the creative world of "Fandom Fusion," where we explore innovative ways to seamlessly incorporate your favorite fandoms into your daily routine. From stylish clothing and unique accessories to subtle nods suitable for professional settings, learn how to celebrate your passions everywhere you go. Discover tips, tricks and personal stories on making your fandom a natural part of your lifestyle, whether you're at work, home or a convention. Join us and embrace your inner geek with flair and confidence!
Participants:Rachel Frend

Panel Room 3

Reading: "Gray Police" by N E Riggs   (1 Hour - Author Reading)
Author reading of the first chapters of "Gray Police."
Participants:NE Riggs

11:30 AM Golden Preconvene

The Ghostbusters Franchise   (1 Hour)
What did you like or not like? What were the big moments? The funniest lines? Let's talk!
Participants:Mike Suess, Mary Bischoff

12:00 PM Main Programming

The Klingon Language in "Star Trek: Prodigy", with the Klingon Pop Warrior   (1 Hour - Presentation)
Season 2 of "Star Trek: Prodigy" dropped on Netflix on July 1. Learn about Jen's journey from a fan creator to an actual Star Trek consultant, the process that got the Klingon into seasons 1 and 2, and the stories behind what they're saying in the show.
Participants:Klingon Pop Warrior

Panel Room 3

Through a Side Door: Speculative Stories and Moving Through Trauma   (1 Hour - Round Table Discussion - Rating: PG-13)
Since their inception, science fiction and fantasy have used allegory as a way to process through and expose the issues of their era. Classic stories like 1984 have been lauded as predicting the future, when in reality they reflect cyclical issues plaguing the author's time. Speculative fiction is also a shorthand for creators to process through traumatic experiences with distance. By camouflaging what they endured through the avatars of unicorns and space pirates, the reality of that pain becomes clearer even if the face and shape is different. In this roundtable discussion, creators as well as fans talk through how speculative fiction has helped them come to terms with their pasts and the uncertainty of the future.
Participants:Rue Sparks, John F. Allen, Will Sobel

Golden Preconvene

Play Reading: "The Egg" by Lou Harry   (2 Hours - Presentation - Rating: PG-13)
A not-very-savvy journalist meets the owner of a not-very-successful sensory deprevation tank facility in this quirky play that raises questions about how much control we have over our own stories.
Participants:Lou Harry

12:30 PM Golden Preconvene

AI and Algorithmic Bias: The Illusion of Code Neutrality   (1 Hour - Rating: PG-13)
Technology is often viewed as a neutral tool, yet the biases of its creators can inadvertently seep into its code. From Cory Doctorow to "Black Mirror," writers are warning us that AI still has human foibles and prejudices. In this panel, we'll look at how cutting-edge tech can both confine us and provide a means of liberation, all through the lens of digital disruptions. Disclaimer: This blurb was written with the assistance of generative AI.
Participants:Heather Bell, Larry Ulrey

1:00 PM Main Programming

Creating Weird Science   (1 Hour - Presentation)
Dr. Rob Pyatt takes you behind the scenes of his 20-year (and counting) project.
Participants:Rob Pyatt, Ph.D.

Panel Room 1

Crafting Cross-Genre Fiction   (1 Hour - Expert Panel)
Authors discuss how to blend genres and bend the rules of pigeonholed speculative fiction to create fresh, innovative stories without losing cohesiveness.
Participants:Chris Clouser, Sara Deurell, T. Lee Harris, Taylar Johnson, Jade Young, Rue Sparks, Leigh Kimmel

Panel Room 3

Let's Talk Favorites    (1 Hour - Audience Participation - Rating: G)
Darkside Presents: Do you have a favorite show, song, movie, video game, book you super geek out about? Us too! Come and chat!
Participants:Alicia Harding, Brooklyn Harding, Aria Wong, Lola Wong, Shawn Wong, Tina Wong

2:00 PM Panel Room 2

Starfleet Command Meeting   (1 Hour)
Find out more about the "Star Trek" group, and meet its members.

Panel Room 3

Things We Can't Anymore   (1 Hour - Rating: G)
Darkside Presents: Let's reminisce! Do you remember the time of AOL dial-up, Kay-Bee Toys, video rentals, phone booths, arcades, etc.? Audience participation welcome and appreciated.
Participants:Alicia Harding, Brooklyn Harding, Aria Wong, Lola Wong, Shawn Wong, Tina Wong

Golden Preconvene

Because I Said So: Internal Logic in SFF   (1 Hour - Expert Panel)
This expert panel of writers will discuss how they determined the rules of the worlds they've built, why it's important to be consistent, and when it's okay to break your own established rules.
Participants:Chris Clouser, Jade Young, Rue Sparks, Jon Osborne, Sara Deurell, Leigh Kimmel

2:30 PM Main Programming

Charity Auction   (2 Hours, 30 Minutes - Audience Participation)
Benefiting Indy Reads and the PourHouse.
Participants:Lou Harry, Rob Pyatt, Ph.D.

3:00 PM Panel Room 1

The Make Your Own Character Panel   (1 Hour, 30 Minutes - Family Friendly Activity)
Join us once again for dolls, figures and craft supplies as we help you come up with the character in your mind's eye! It's messy, it's creative, and it's fun- what could be better?

Panel Room 2

How to Digest Complex Creatures of History & Literature   (1 Hour)
How do we separate the art from the artist? Can we? How can we understand the motives of problematic people? How can we respect boundaries and trauma triggers? How can we be less polarizing? Join us for a panel discussion hosted by Riwo of Gal's Guide Library.
Participants:Riwo *, T. Lee Harris

Panel Room 3

Entertain Me (InConJunction's Got Talent)   (1 Hour - Audience Participation)
Darkside Presents: Do you have a weird or fun or interesting talent? We love that? Come entertain us! This is always hilarious and fun for all!

Golden Preconvene

Composing Lyrics   (1 Hour)
A discussion of the basic form for effective lyrics, how to build a song and when to use a chorus or bridge.
Participants:Clif Flynt

4:00 PM Panel Room 2

Women and Dragons   (1 Hour - Presentation)
How dragon mythology can have deep feminine wisdom. This presentation was originally given at Gal's Guide Galentines for a Year of the Dragon celebration, where it received a standing ovation. Presenter - Riwo from Gal's Guide Library.
Participants:Riwo *

Panel Room 3

Virtual Lorraine Schleter    (1 Hour - Q & A)
The artist Guest of Honor takes questions via Zoom.
Participants:Lorraine Schleter

Golden Preconvene

Afrofuturism: What Is It & Why It's Important   (1 Hour - Expert Panel)
Exploring what defines Afrofuturism and its significance in speculative fiction. Also, discussing emerging and popular Afrofuturist authors and their works.
Participants:Jade Young, John F. Allen

4:30 PM Panel Room 1

Randomly Randy   (1 Hour - Rating: R)
Four to five readers at a table with a collection of erotica, the King James Bible and the collected works of Shakespeare. Each has picked a book and spot to start reading a sentence or two. The disjointed nature of where "A" stops reading and "B" starts can often be hilarious.
Participants:Taylar Johnson, Travis Clemmons

5:00 PM Main Programming

Cosplay Contest   (1 Hour - Contest)
Suit up!

Panel Room 2

Star Trek & Star Wars: Using the Force to Boldly Go Where No One Has Gone Before   (1 Hour)
This panel will discuss the various facets of Star Trek and Star Wars lore, specifically the books, films and TV shows. It will also discuss the rivalry and comradery between fans of both franchises, and where they meet in the middle.
Participants:Mike Suess, John F. Allen, J.D. Kennedy, Will Sobel, Sara Deurell

Golden Preconvene

Using History to Enhance Your Stories   (1 Hour - Expert Panel)
Have you ever wondered about the events in human history that have created some of the most famous stories we know today? From the War of the Roses and its link to "A Song of Ice and Fire" to the Sengoku Period's influence on the novel "Shogun," we will look at some of history's most compelling stories and how you can use it to shape your narrative.
Participants:Riwo *, TammyJo Eckhart

5:30 PM Panel Room 1

LARP Among Us   (1 Hour - Rating: G)
Darkside Presents: Who's the imposter? Let's play 'Among Us' with a twist! Each person will be assigned their roles.
Participants:Alicia Harding, Brooklyn Harding, Aria Wong, Lola Wong, Shawn Wong, Tina Wong

6:00 PM Main Programming

P3W's Thumb War of the Worlds II: the Second One!   (2 Hours - Performance - Rating: PG)
Professional thumb wrestling is back! And we are here to have our yearly tournament that started last year's InConJunction! This year is promising to be bigger, better, with more thumbs! The winner of this tournament will face off against last year's winner and current gold thumb champion, Mikey Motor!
Participants:Vinny Rattlocke

Panel Room 2

Librarians: Guardians of Free Speech   (1 Hour - Expert Panel)
With government and conservative groups banning books at an alarming rate, librarians are at the forefront of the fight for free speech. Join us for a discussion with librarians and activists to discuss what dangers we face, what is being done and what we can do to keep books in our libraries.
Participants:Riwo *, Casual Moth Cosplay, Mary Bischoff

Golden Preconvene

Build-A-Plot Writing Workshop   (1 Hour, 30 Minutes - Workshop)
In honor of InCon's 2024 theme, we're hosting an interactive writing workshop where we cover the nuts and bolts, gears and cogs of story building. Utilizing writing prompts, we will guide participants through the setting and story beats and allow for quiet writing time between prompts.
Participants:Jade Young, Jeff Couch

6:30 PM Panel Room 3

Best Book I Read Since the Last InConJunction   (1 Hour, 30 Minutes - Expert Panel)
Join us again as our panel of readers and authors shares their top books they've read since 2023's InConJunction. Books do not need to be new, but they must make the panelist top list of books they've read since the previous convention. We'll gather our list ahead of our presentation and have copies of it for folks who want one.
Participants:TammyJo Eckhart, Larry Ulrey, Stephen Bridge, Sara Deurell

7:00 PM Panel Room 1

SuperHappyFunTime: Deal with the Darkside   (1 Hour - Rating: PG)
Darkside Presents: Like "Let's Make a Deal," but on the Darkside.
Participants:Alicia Harding, Brooklyn Harding, Aria Wong, Lola Wong, Shawn Wong, Tina Wong

8:00 PM Main Programming

Weird Science   (2 Hours - Audience Participation)
Celebrating 20 years! With Science Guest of Honor Dr. Rob Pyatt!
Participants:Rob Pyatt, Ph.D.

Golden Preconvene

Saturday Night Open Mic Readings   (1 Hour, 30 Minutes - Performance)
Join us for our Saturday Open Mic Readings where we'll let volunteers read aloud from their own writing. You can read from any genre, including poetry and creative nonfiction, as long as it's PG-14 and yours. Anyone is welcome to participate.
Participants:Jade Young, Jeff Couch

8:30 PM Panel Room 3

Introducing New TTRPGs To Your Group   (1 Hour - Expert Panel)
Have you been playing a system for years and now feel like a break? Is there a new system or setting you are having a hard time pitching to your group? Let's look at some new games that have come out and how to try to get your friends onboard with trying them.
Participants:Jon Osborne

9:30 PM Panel Room 2

Saturday Night Filk   (3 Hours - Performance)
Come to listen, or to play.
Participants:The Threepios

10:00 PM Main Programming

Klingon Pop Warrior Concert   (1 Hour - Performance)
Rock out!
Participants:Klingon Pop Warrior

Panel Room 1

Super Happy Fun Time: Con Feuds   (1 Hour - Audience Participation - Rating: G)
Darkside Presents: Survey Says! Con Feuds is like Family Feud, but chaotic and nerdy!
Participants:Brooklyn Harding, Alicia Harding, Aria Wong, Lola Wong, Shawn Wong, Tina Wong

11:00 PM Main Programming

Horror Films for Weirdos   (1 Hour - Presentation - Rating: R)
Join us as we take a look at some of the most "what the heck?!" moments in some of the weirdest horror films. From a haunted piano that snacks on people, to semi-trucks that hold people hostage, there's no end to the strangeness in these films! If you like weird, odd - and often hilarious - horror movies, this is the panel for you!
Participants:TammyJo Eckhart, M. Selby

Sunday, July 7th
10:00 AM Main Programming

Sustainability in Cosplay   (1 Hour - Expert Panel - Rating: G)
This is exactly what it sounds like: a panel where cosplayers give advice to other cosplayers on how to approach cosplay from a more sustainable angle, especially as the "TikTok-ification" of cosplay has led it to a lot of the same problems fast fashion has today. In addition to explaining how to source and reuse materials for cosplay, the panel also goes over ways to be a more sustainable congoer for anyone who attends them, cosplayers or not.
Participants:Casual Moth Cosplay, Count Elizabeth

Panel Room 1

Non-Denominational Chapel Service   (1 Hour)
Open to all.

Golden Preconvene

How to Save the World: Writing High-Stakes Fiction   (1 Hour - Expert Panel)
Whether your problem is an evil mastermind, an imploding star or melting ice caps, it can be difficult to balance the flow of your narrative when the entire world is at stake. This expert panel of writers and editors will discuss how to maintain the tension without overwhelming the reader while driving home a satisfying ending.
Participants:Jade Young, Chris Clouser, John F. Allen, T. Lee Harris, Leigh Kimmel

11:00 AM Main Programming

Pub Trivia   (2 Hours - Contest)
Hosted by Trivia Guest of Honor Lou Harry.
Participants:Lou Harry

Panel Room 1

Guest Readings by Clif Flynt, Sara Marian Deurell and Jon R. Osborne   (1 Hour - Author Reading)
Join us for readings by three of our guest authors.
Participants:Clif Flynt, Sara Deurell, Jon Osborne

Panel Room 2

Looking Back at Four Decades of Conventions   (1 Hour)
An opportunity for our elder fen to look back and reflect upon fannish days gone by. How have conventions changed over the years, as media sf has become as important as written sf, and as the Internet has made it possible for fans to keep connected between conventions? How has the rise of the commercial comic and anime cons changed people's perception of the traditional fan-run convention?
Participants:M. Selby, Larry Ulrey

Panel Room 3

Scientists in the Movies   (1 Hour)
Dr. Rob Pyatt shows movie trailers and talks about the good and (mostly) bad ways movies depict science and the people doing it.
Participants:Rob Pyatt, Ph.D.

Golden Preconvene

Joined at the Pen: Co-writing, Editing and the Line Between   (1 Hour - Expert Panel)
We will discuss the benefits and cautions of co-writing, as well as how to be a good writing partner and/or editor.
Participants:Jade Young, T. Lee Harris, J.D. Kennedy, Jeff Couch, Will Sobel

12:00 PM Panel Room 1

Attendee Meet n' Greet   (1 Hour)
Here's your opportunity to get to know your fellow attendees before we all separate until next year.

Panel Room 2

"Canceled": The War between Publishing and Readers in a BookTok World   (1 Hour - General Discussion)
Social media thrives on drama. The more divisive a community, the more social platforms thrive, and the bookish community is not immune. In a post-BookTok world, it can be hard for both fans and creators to feel comfortable among their own peers. Despite coming together through a love of books and the stories within, the underlying fear of miscommunications leaves many silent and jaded. In this open discussion, we will look at recent events that rocked the BookTok world, what to do when things go wrong, how we can learn through our missteps and hold others accountable, and what we can all do to fight rage farming and fabricated drama.
Participants:Rue Sparks, Taylar Johnson

Panel Room 3

Twitch Streaming & Gaming with the Klingon Pop Warrior   (1 Hour)
Join the Klingon Pop Warrior to hear about how she became a Twitch affiliate, from doing an annual charity stream only once a year to streaming twice a week. Learn about different kinds of equipment, tools, tips and tricks to start your own community-building journey.
Participants:Klingon Pop Warrior

Golden Preconvene

Build-A-Plot Writing Workshop   (1 Hour, 30 Minutes - Workshop)
In honor of InCon's 2024 theme, we're hosting an interactive writing workshop where we cover the nuts and bolts, gears and cogs of story building. Utilizing writing prompts, we will guide participants through the setting and story beats and allow for quiet writing time between prompts.
Participants:Jade Young, Jeff Couch

1:00 PM Main Programming

The Threepios: Star Wars Songs and Stories From Human Cyborg Musicians   (1 Hour - Performance)
The Threepios perform original and parody tunes paying tribute to the Star Wars universe - and talk about the process of creation. Learn the stories behind the songs as they discuss cues from the Star Wars Saga that have been transferred into a new type of media, and detail the process of filking existing pop songs to bring them into the fandom music oeuvre. Q&A to follow, time permitting.
Participants:The Threepios

Panel Room 1

Pagan Service   (1 Hour)
Open to all.

Panel Room 2

Metal and Bolts and Gears, Oh My!   (1 Hour - General Discussion)
In honor of the theme of InConJunction 43, talk about your favorite robots, fix-it types and everything -punk.
Participants:T. Lee Harris, Sara Deurell

Panel Room 3

Writers Ask John Scalzi Anything   (1 Hour)
The author Guest of Honor will take questions on the art and science of writing.

1:30 PM Golden Preconvene

Choosing Your Path to Publishing   (1 Hour, 30 Minutes - Expert Panel)
Getting your book written is only the beginning. When you start looking at how to get your book to readers, the ins and outs can feel daunting to wrap your head around. We will go over the basics of different publishing paths (traditional, indie, self-published and hybrid) and walk you through the questions to ask yourself when choosing which path is right for you.
Participants:Rue Sparks, Chris Clouser, Leigh Kimmel

2:00 PM Main Programming

Rap With the Con Chair/Meet the Circle of Janus   (1 Hour - Audience Participation)
What was your favorite part of InCon 43? What can we do better last year? And what is the Circle of Janus?

3:00 PM Main Programming

Closing Ceremonies   (1 Hour - Audience Participation)
We'll see you next year!


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