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Worldcon is Way Cool. (Anticipation in Montreal)

Posted on August 6, 2009 by Victoria Janssen

Five Things That Are Cool About Worldcon (Anticipation in Montreal) 1. Anticipation is having programming in two languages, English and French. This is especially nifty because most years, “Worldcon” takes place in an English-speaking country, and that’s usually the only … Continue reading →

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Off to Montreal for Worldcon

Posted on August 3, 2009 by Victoria Janssen

Today, my friend Charlotte and I are flying to Montreal for several days of sightseeing before we attend Worldcon. It’s a first trip to the city for both of us, and there are quite a few things we hope to … Continue reading →

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More RWA National Conference 2009

Posted on July 24, 2009 by Victoria Janssen

Nifty Hotel Pictures I couldn’t find a place for these in my posts on the conference, so here they are: a few “artsy” snapshots of the Wardman Marriott. Tomorrow is Snippet Saturday–theme is “openings.” I’ve posted the opening section of … Continue reading →

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RWA National Conference 2009 Report, Part Three

Posted on July 23, 2009 by Victoria Janssen

I loved the hotel gardens, which were filled with beds upon beds of bright red salvia and richly golden marigolds. Friday morning, I got up way too early because I heard one of my roommates saying into the phone, very … Continue reading →

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RWA National Conference 2009 Report, Part Two

Posted on July 22, 2009 by Victoria Janssen

I was most amused to find the hotel had changed one of the mens’ bathrooms into a womens’ bathroom, and as part of the repurposing, they draped and decorated the urinals with flowers and boxes of tissues, so our maidenly … Continue reading →

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RWA National Conference 2009 Report, Part One

Posted on July 21, 2009 by Victoria Janssen

I began my trip to D.C. for RWA Nationals on Wednesday morning at 30th Street Station in Philadelphia. I spent the time before my track was announced in snapping pictures of the station’s architecture; I’m there often, but rarely with … Continue reading →

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My thoughts on returning from RWA’s National Conference.

Posted on July 19, 2009 by Victoria Janssen

Q: How many surrealists does it take to change a lightbulb? A: Fish.

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My Top Five Conference Tips (RWA 2009)

Posted on July 14, 2009 by Victoria Janssen

This year will be only my second RWA National, but I’ve been attending science fiction and fantasy conventions for over two decades now; these are the main things I try to remember. 1. Get cash beforehand. It’s convenient to use … Continue reading →

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Not Going To Conference Conference

Posted on July 14, 2009 by Victoria Janssen

Not Going To RWA Nationals in DC? Let Romance Divas bring the conference to you! Site registration is free – if you aren’t already a member of the best free romance writing community on the web, sign up today! July … Continue reading →

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Readercon 2009 Schedule

Posted on July 11, 2009 by Victoria Janssen

My Readercon Schedule. This is what I’m doing this weekend! Friday 6:00 PM, VT: Reading (30 min.) Reading from Moonlight Mistress, forthcoming in December from Spice. Friday 7:00 PM, ME/ CT: Talk / Discussion (60 min.) Excellent Foppery: The Use … Continue reading →

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