Writing Tips and Writerly Musings

Consent Violations and Bystander Intervention

May 1st, 2023  |  Season 6  |  16 mins 16 secs

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From what is a creeper, to avoiding harassment, to how to intervene as a bystander.

How To Be A Good Moderator

April 24th, 2023  |  Season 6  |  12 mins 27 secs

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Having attended, at this point, easily over a hundred panels in the last 5 years, I definitely have opinions. And there is one role that can make or break a panel. Whether you’re a writer guest-of-honor on a panel at a convention, or just hosting a dinner party, being a good moderator is highly underrated skill. My favorite panels are where the big names are friendly and informative, and the smaller names are confident with their answers — without anyone talking over each other. And -- I try my best when I'm moderator.

What Cons Are Looking For In Panelists

April 17th, 2023  |  Season 6  |  9 mins 22 secs

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It's not just what you know, it's how you can communicate it and how well you play with others.

Everything You Need To Know About Convention Panels

April 10th, 2023  |  Season 6  |  11 mins 19 secs

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If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you probably know that I share a lot of notes from “panels”. If you’ve never been to a convention, you may be unfamiliar with panels. If you’ve only been to corporate/work conventions, you might look at them as torturous boredom. Or, at the very least, strictly educational. At their most basic: panels are simply several people, sitting at table, facing an audience, sharing their thoughts on a subject. But, they can be a lot more than that!

Morgan's Complete Guide For Attending A Convention

April 3rd, 2023  |  Season 6  |  11 mins 19 secs

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If you've ever considered attending a convention, here are a few things you may want to consider:

• Should You?
• What to bring?
• Things to do!
• Self-care tips
• Expected Con behavior
• General tips
• And AFTER the con!