In 2005 (or maybe it was 2006, my memory is a bit murky with dates), I attended my very first mystery writing conference.
And I had an absolutely wonderful time. I was just learning the ropes, and I was in awe of all the successful mystery writers in attendance. I went to a ton of panels and learned a lot about the craft of writing, and about the publishing business, and about how to hang out at the bar like a writer. I met a lot of great writers, both published and unpublished, and began many lasting friendships.
I liked it so much, I returned the following year (2006 or maybe 2007. Did I mention my memory is a bit murky?), met a bunch more great people and honed my technique for hanging out at the bar.
I had another absolutely wonderful time.
That’s why I’m so excited to be returning this year. If you’ll be there, I hope you’ll consider coming to one of my panels:
On Friday, March 2, from 9:00 am to 9:50 am -
The Traditional Mystery: It isn’t gone, it’s evolved.
Panelists: Alan Orloff (that’s me), Toni LP Kelner, Dana Cameron, Joelle Charbonneau. Moderated by Elaine Viets.
On Saturday, March 3, from 11:00 am – 11:50 am -
Get A Job! Finding the right occupation for your sleuth.
Panelists: Jamie Freveletti, Alan Orloff (me again), Donna Andrews, Ellen Crosby, Keith Thomson. Moderated by Sandra Balzo.
If you can’t make it to either of the panels, I’m sure you can find me hanging out—at the pool or at the bar or just riding the elevator. Come up and say hi!
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4 comments:
That sounds awesome. Bit of a hop, skip from here, but I'll be attending a few workshops and seminars this year too - great excuse to mingle around people that agree writing IS a real job :)
Good luck with your two panels. That's quite an honor.
Kudos on being a panelist Alan.
Charmaine - I agree with you-- hanging out with writers is a blast!
Alex & Ricky - Thanks!
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