Capclave 2023: Program Schedule

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Preliminary Program Grid for Ken Altabef

This is the Preliminary program schedule. Ken Altabef may or may not actually be on these items, but probably will. However, due to circumstances beyond our control, modifications to the program can occur throughout the convention.

Friday 10:00 pm: The Writer's Toolkit (Ends at: 10:55 pm) Jackson
Participants:Adeena Mignogna (M), Doc Coleman, Ian Randal Strock, Ken Altabef, Morgan Hazelwood
When staring at a blank page, it helps to have a few tips and techniques to fall back on. What are common tools that writers can use to further their craft? What resources serve as helpful refreshers when stuck or seeking inspiration? Are there common prompts or skills to help kick off a good writing session? How might a new writer refine advice that does not quite work for their style into something that properly clicks?

Saturday 5:00 pm: Signing: Kenneth Altabef (Ends at: 5:25 pm) Dealers Room Foyer
Participants:Ken Altabef
Author signing outside of the Dealer's Room.

Sunday 11:30 am: Constructing Your Magic System (Ends at: 12:25 pm) Washington Theater
Participants:Ken Altabef, L. Penelope, Michael A Ventrella, Scott H. Andrews (M)
Magic is an important element of fantasy stories. Unless you want to end up in 'a wizard did it' world for how every problem is resolved, your magic systems needs to be constructed with a set of rules. How should you begin constructing this system? What is the cost of using magic? How powerful do you want the magic to be? Panelists discuss these and other considerations for creating a compelling magical world.

Sunday 1:00 pm: Help! I Have to Edit My Draft! (Ends at: 1:55 pm) Jackson
Participants:Jo Miles, Ken Altabef, Morgan Hazelwood, Richard Sparks, Scott Edelman (M)
It's okay to admit that editing your draft is hard work. The task can feel daunting but is a necessary part of the writing process. Panelists discuss the importance of being your own best editor as well as the tips and tricks for making the editing process not so painful.