Hosted by Brian Keene

 FRIDAY, March 31, 9:00 P.M. - AUDITORIUM

 A one hour program with dramatic performances of "The Tell Tale Heart" and "The Raven." Actor Campbell Harmon speaks in character as Poe with the audience about the author's life, his death, and his profound influence on American literature; dispelling the myths that have surrounded his legacy to show how his works continue to influence literature and culture today. This program is suitable for all ages. 

AuthorCon admission DOES NOT include a ticket to this performance! Please buy your ticket separately at the link below.

Saturday, April 1st, 7:00pm (Second Floor, Room 17)

Price $40 per person
Limit: 40 people

In this group setting, renowned psychic and medium Dakota Lawrence will conduct live readings regarding loved ones, participant’s lives, and more. 

This is a ticketed event. Tickets are available for purchase at convention registration. 

Please note that participants will be chosen at random, and a ticket does not guarantee a reading.

An intense 2-1/2 day workshop from March 29 - 31. Registration includes free admission to AuthorCon '23!

The Scares That Care Film Festival celebrates the artistry of independent cinema to raise funds for children and families which are supported through our charity.

Friday, March 31, 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Second Floor, Room 15)

Price: $25 per person
Limit: 20 people

In order to write effective and original horror, you have to dig into your own psyche and find out what scares you. By focusing on your own personal fears and giving them shivery life on the page, you’ll be connecting to your audience – guaranteed. In this session, participants will learn techniques from instructor Tim Waggoner for drawing on their past, their presents, hopes, dreams, fears, obsessions, and current observations to create horror that stands out from the pack. Participants should bring something to write with/on.

 Saturday April 1st, 6:00pm to 10:00pm (Second Floor, Room 15) 

Price: $50 per person
Limit: 20 people

Video game industry veteran Richard Dansky  

(Crytek, formerly Red Storm, Ubisoft) leads this highly interactive seminar on how to write for video games. Participants should bring something to write with/on. 

This is a ticketed event. Tickets are available for purchase at convention registration.