My solo presentation was remarkably well attended and received, for which I'm very grateful. I also was thrilled at the turnout for my autograph session. (I sold out of all of my books!)
One of the highlights of the con for me was the "Podcasting: The Future of SF Magazines?" panel, which was moderated by the terrific author/editor Mike Allen (a.k.a.
Another highlight was the "J.K. Rowling vs. Stephenie Meyer" panel, which I moderated, and which included con Author Guest of Honor Rachel Caine, Cheralyn Lambeth, and Kirsten Vaughan from the Blibbering Humdingers. Although this was scheduled for the last panel slot of the con, we had very strong attendance, and the discussion was quite fruitful, as we discussed the authors' accomplishment, purposes, audiences, possible legacies, and the mainstream media's handling of each. I was pleased that the audience and panelists were very inclusive and respectful, so that readers of each author felt welcome to join the discussion and offer their questions and insights. We ended with related book recommendations, and Suzanne Collins's Hunger Games trilogy came up more than once.
Oh yes, how could I forget? I also was accosted by a One-Eyed, One-Horned, Flying Purple People Eater.

It was great to see
"Make believe not war." - Unknown