The 84th World Science Fiction Convention is in LA on August 27-31, 2026
Here is where you can find me.
Tag: Author Appearance
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Second Edition Books on June 13th from 11:00 – 2:00
Come see me at Second Edition Books on Saturday, June 13th from 11:00 – 2:00
Say hello and pick up a book or two.
There are some great lunch places nearby.
Second Edition Books
6490 Dobbin RD
Columbia, MD 21045
Second Edition Books is between Sushi King (one of my favorite restaurants) and the Columbia MVA.
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My Saturday Norwescon Schedule
Here is where you can find me today
Autograph Session
10:00am – 11:00am @ Grand 2
T. Kingfisher, Geneva Bowers, Summer Ash, Bradley Englert / Orbit Books, Dutch Bihary ContoursFx, A. L. Kaplan, Alexander James Adams, Amanda Cherry, Andie Penn Romine, Andrea Weilgart, Brenda Cooper, Brianna Malotke, Carol Berg, Curtis C. Chen, Daniel H. Wilson, Daphne Singingtree, Dean Wells, Diana Ma, Dr. Mark Rounds, Erik Scott de Bie, Evan J. Peterson, Gabriella Buba, Gordon B. White, GregRobin Smith, J. L. Doty, Jack Skillingstead, Jeff Grubb, Jeff Sturgeon, Josef B. Wilke, K.I. Tolles, Kendare Blake, L.J. Melvin, Laura Anne Gilman, Lauren C. Johnson, Lawrence Watt-Evans, Leslie Lutz, Lily Meade, Lish McBride, Liz Argall, Lizzy D. Hill, Margaret Owen, Megan E. O’Keefe, Michael Michel, Miranda Levi, Nancy Kress, Neena Viel , Nicole Glover, Perla X. Caballero, Remy Nakamura, Rhiannon/R.Z. Held, Rosemary Jones, Sandra Rosner, Sean K. Reynolds, Sebastien de Castell, Shanna Germain, Shiromi Arserio , Steven Barnes, Susan R. Matthews, Tara Campbell, Timothy W. Long, Tori Sharp, Virginia Black, William Boulanger, Koji A. Dae, William Alexander, Thomas Ha
YA is for Everyone?
12:00pm – 1:00pm @ Cascade 6
The YA genre is technically for teens, but the profit comes from adults buying YA. How has this influenced the genre? What does this mean for what can and cannot be discussed in YA?
A. L. Kaplan (M), Margaret Owen, Kendare Blake, L.J. Melvin, Lish McBride
Prop Design & Materials
2:00pm – 3:00pm @ Cascade 10
Ever wonder how to build a six-foot-long sword that will fit in your checked luggage? Or how to take the wobble out of a wizard staff? Panelists will discuss some basic design concepts, tools, and materials.
Richard Stephens (M), Belsac, Ben Honeycutt, A. L. Kaplan, Melissa Nichols
Reading: A.L. Kaplan
6:00pm – 6:30pm @ Cascade 3
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My Friday Norwescon Schedule
April 2-5, 2026
Here is where you can find me today at Norwescon:
Teen & Tween: Help Teens Rule the World
4:00pm – 5:00pm @ Cascade 5
Create your own kingdom or planet in this workshop. Learn from panelists about the basics of a society and how to make a protagonist that is ready to run it. Then, put pencil to paper and create your own world to rule.
L.J. Melvin (M), Leslie Lutz, A. L. Kaplan, Erin M. Evans, Liz Argall
Northwest Speculative Reading: Norwescon 2026
8:00pm – 10:00pm @ Cascade 9
Northwest Speculative returns again for this exciting reading event, featuring a wide-ranging group of authors reading excerpts from their newest work.
G.R. Theron (M), Kate Ristau, Phoenix Bourgeois, Dean Wells, Tara Campbell, Lauren C. Johnson, Megan Lee Bees, Richard Flores IV, Cyrus Amelia Fisher, Neena Viel, Remy Nakamura, A. L. Kaplan, Diana Ma, Libby Schultz
When I’m not in panels, I’ll be wandering around. Just look for Fifi on my shoulder.
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My Schedule for Norwescon: April 2-5, 2026
I’ll be at Norwescon this year!
April 2-5, 2026
Here is my Schedule
Friday
Teen & Tween: Help Teens Rule the World 4:00pm – 5:00pm @ Cascade 5
Northwest Speculative Reading: Norwescon 2026 8:00pm – 10:00pm @ Cascade 9
Saturday
Autograph Session 10:00am – 11:00am @ Grand 2
YA is for Everyone? 12:00pm – 1:00pm @ Cascade 6
Prop Design & Materials 2:00pm – 3:00pm @ Cascade 10
Reading: A.L. Kaplan 6:00pm – 6:30pm @ Cascade 3
April 2-5, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport
18740 International Blvd
SeaTac, WA 98188
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Dragon’s Hanukkah Book Launch Today at 4:00 PM!
I’m looking forward to seeing you at the Dragon’s Hanukkah book launch.
There will be donuts and another Sour Cream vs Apple Sauce poll!
Sunday, December 14, 2025
4:00- 5:00 PM
The Last Word Bookstore
116 S. Main Street
Mt. Airy, MD 21771 -
Come see me at Seattle Worldcon 2025
Seattle Worldcon 2025!
Building Yesterday’s Future–For Everyone
August 13–17, 2025
Here is my Schedule:
Prop Up That Costume with a Prop
Room 335-336, Wed. 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Props can often make or break a costume. Learn what works and how to make those little special items, hopefully without breaking the bank.
Selena A. Naumoff (M), A. L. Kaplan, Pierre E. Pettinger, Jr.
Room 428, Wed. noon–12:30 p.m.
A. L. Kaplan
Meet the Authors—YA and Middle Grade
Room 347-348, Thu. 1:30–2:30 p.m.
Come meet the writers who are crafting the stories for you! A selection of YA and middle grade authors are available to answer questions and talk about stories.
Marta Murvosh (M), A. L. Kaplan, CJ Hosack, Kate Ristau, L.J. Melvin, Shana Targosz
Teen
Room 347-348, Sat. 3–4 p.m.Decide who will win each contest from our bracket of various characters and determine who will take home the crown!
A. L. Kaplan (M)
Animal Companions in Middle Grade/YA
Room 320, Sun. 4:30–5:30 p.m.
It’s dangerous to go alone! The loyal animal (or monster) companion is a common feature of kids’ stories. These companions do more than tag along—they reveal character, deepen world-building, offer emotional support (or challenge), and sometimes even steal the show. Let’s discuss our favorites and find out what makes these furry (or scaly) friends so great.
Deva Fagan (M), A. L. Kaplan, Jenna Lee-Yun, Kathryn Sullivan, Maya Prasad
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My Saturday Balticon Schedule
Looking for something fun to do this Saturday?
Come to the ‘Everybody Eats’ panel at Balticon.
Sat 11:30 AM, May 24, Everybody Eats (Pride of Baltimore II)
Mark L. Van Name (moderator), Ruthanna Emrys, Martin Wilsey, A. L. Kaplan, Jo Miles
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Balticon 59 is Coming
This year’s Balticon is going to be great. These are the panels I’ll be on.
Sat 11:30 AM, May 24, Everybody Eats (Pride of Baltimore II)
Sun 1:00 PM, May 25, What’s in a Name? (Kent)
Sun 2:30 PM, May 25, Short Fire Readings: Blackrose, Gilman, Ihezue, Kaplan, Thompson (St. George)
Sun 5:30 PM, May 25, The Prop Shop: Making Cosplay Props and Weapons (James)
Sun 8:30 PM, May 25, Eye of Argon Reading (Mount Washington)May 23-26-2025
Renaissance Harborplace Hotel
202 East Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
