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.

Reading: A. L. Kaplan

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

Who Would Win?

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