YALC Schedule
The Young Adult Literature Convention is nearly upon us! Once again, it will be part of the London Film and Comic Convention, though this time will be held at the Olympia.
Both my panels will take place on the Sunday:
Sunday 19th, 12:30–13:15, Main stage
Panel: Between Fantasy and Reality
Panellists: Ben Aaranovitch, Amy Alward, Sally Green, Frances Hardinge, Melinda Salisbury, James Smythe
How far do science-fiction and fantasy authors take inspiration from real life events for their novels? A line-up of leading authors discuss the borderlines between fantasy and reality.
Sunday 19th, 15:30–16:15, Main stage
Panel: Terry and Me: Being Inspired by Terry Pratchett
Panellists: Patrick Ness, Frances Hardinge, Derek Landy, chaired by Imogen Russell Williams
Sir Terry Pratchett, who died earlier this year, inspired a generation of readers and writers with books ranging from his much-loved Discworld series to Dodger, his recent spin on Dickens’s Oliver Twist. In this very special YALC event to celebrate his life and books, including the final Discworld novel, The Shepherd’s Crown publishing in August, author Patrick Ness and other special guests will discuss how Pratchett has influenced them and their work.
Hope you can make it! Though do bring water. Last year the heat was fairly intense…
Fantastic panel discussions. It was really touching to hear so many people reminiscing about how terry Pratchett touched their lives in so many ways. His death really did feel like a personal loss to me.
Interesting thoughts on fantasy/reality. Lots of diverse opinions which is always refreshing.
Nice to meet you in the green room, and thanks for the advice regarding a writers group that will work. I have put out the call. 🙂