Three masters of attitude-driven storytelling discuss what it takes to create characters who command the page with charisma and swagger. They'll dive into how they craft unforgettable voices, writing characters who pop off the page, and why a little attitude goes a long way.

Koffler Room 218 (Seats 142, Wheelchair accessible)  
Sat, Mar 14, 10:00 am - 10:55 am
Sci-Fi / Fantasy / Horror
Signing area: Sales & Signing Koffler/Commons (following presentation)

Panelists: Tochi Onyebuchi, John Scalzi, Martha Wells
Moderator: Betsy Labiner
Sponsor: Session made possible courtesy of Judith Marro

Join three powerhouse authors as they explain how they craft narratives where hard-won stability crumbles and characters face impossible choices. They will explore the mechanics of world-building, the psychology of survival and the narrative tension that comes from watching everything unravel.

Koffler Room 218 (Seats 142, Wheelchair accessible)  
Sun, Mar 15, 10:00 am - 10:55 am
Sci-Fi / Fantasy / Horror
Signing area: Sales & Signing Koffler/Commons (following presentation)

Panelists: John Scalzi, Martha Wells, Adrienne Young
Moderator: Leighton Quarles
Sponsor: Session made possible courtesy of Judith Marro

Some heroes don't set out to save the world; they'd rather be left alone, thank you. But fate has other plans, and what follows is hilarity, heart, and heroism. In this session, T.J. Klune and Martha Wells will discuss how they craft reluctant protagonists who charm readers with their snark, wit, and reluctant courage.

Koffler Room 204 (Seats 300, Wheelchair accessible)  
Sun, Mar 15, 2:30 pm - 3:25 pm
Sci-Fi / Fantasy / Horror
Signing area: Sales & Signing Koffler/Commons (following presentation)

Panelists: T.J. Klune, Martha Wells
Moderator: Emily Walsh
Sponsors: Session made possible courtesy of Judith Wood, Long Realty