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SUMMARY:Poisoned Pen with Barbara Peters
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be chatting with Poisoned Pen Bookstore owner (and my former publisher!) Barbara Peters about Hold Me Down and the state of mysteries in general. Come join us\, and have your questions ready. (And\, please\, support the store by ordering your books here! 
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/poisoned-pen-with-barbara-peters/
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SUMMARY:Poisoned Pen with Barbara Peters
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be chatting with Poisoned Pen Bookstore owner (and my former publisher!) Barbara Peters about Hold Me Down and the state of mysteries in general. Come join us\, and have your questions ready. (And\, please\, support the store by ordering your books here! 
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/poisoned-pen-with-barbara-peters-2/
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SUMMARY:Mystery Mavens with Sara DiVello
DESCRIPTION:Thrilled to be chatting with Mystery Maven Sara DiVello in her online feature (paired with @MurderBooks) tonight! Send Sara your questions in advance\, or tune in on Facebook or Youtube to join in (the Murder by the Book website explains it all.)
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/mystery-mavens-with-sara-divello/
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SUMMARY:Mystery Mavens with Sara DiVello
DESCRIPTION:Thrilled to be chatting with Mystery Maven Sara DiVello in her online feature (paired with @MurderBooks) tonight! Send Sara your questions in advance\, or tune in on Facebook or Youtube to join in (the Murder by the Book website explains it all.)
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/mystery-mavens-with-sara-divello-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T120000
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SUMMARY:The Future of Mystery Writers vs. TV Detective Series
DESCRIPTION:Do you prefer your sleuths between the pages? On TV? Crossing over? \nThat will be the topic on The Future of Now Radio. I’ll be joining a panel of Dale T. Phillips\, Joanna Schaffhausen\, Gabriel Valjan\, and Connie Johnson Hambley to discuss “The Future Mystery Writers vs TV Detective Series – Who Wins?” This audio and video (see link) discussion will be moderated by host Bonnie D. Graham. \n \nListen LIVE on VoiceAmerica Business Channel: Technology Revolution Radio \nWatch Live-stream: facebook.com and linkedin.com
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/the-future-of-mystery-writers-vs-tv-detective-series/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T110000
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SUMMARY:The Future of Mystery Writers vs. TV Detective Series
DESCRIPTION:Do you prefer your sleuths between the pages? On TV? Crossing over? \nThat will be the topic on The Future of Now Radio. I’ll be joining a panel of Dale T. Phillips\, Joanna Schaffhausen\, Gabriel Valjan\, and Connie Johnson Hambley to discuss “The Future Mystery Writers vs TV Detective Series – Who Wins?” This audio and video (see link) discussion will be moderated by host Bonnie D. Graham. \n \nListen LIVE on VoiceAmerica Business Channel: Technology Revolution Radio \nWatch Live-stream: facebook.com and linkedin.com
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/the-future-of-mystery-writers-vs-tv-detective-series-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T133000
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SUMMARY:The Dark Side of Fame with MWA Florida
DESCRIPTION:I am honored beyond belief to be able to address MWA Florida’s monthly meeting – and because everything is stilll virtual\, you can too! I’ll be talking about “The Dark Side of Fame (a good place to hide the bodies).” That means how I researched my upcoming “Hold Me Down\,” and why the rock and roll highlife makes a perfect mystery setting. Registration is free but necessary. Come join us!
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/the-dark-side-of-fame-with-mwa-florida/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210918T133000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T190658Z
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SUMMARY:The Dark Side of Fame with MWA Florida
DESCRIPTION:I am honored beyond belief to be able to address MWA Florida’s monthly meeting – and because everything is stilll virtual\, you can too! I’ll be talking about “The Dark Side of Fame (a good place to hide the bodies).” That means how I researched my upcoming “Hold Me Down\,” and why the rock and roll highlife makes a perfect mystery setting. Registration is free but necessary. Come join us!
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/the-dark-side-of-fame-with-mwa-florida-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210610T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210610T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20210505T153213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210505T153213Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Lit Crawl
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the Boston Book Fest’s Lit Crawl is “taking it to the streets\,” in that all events will be OUTSIDE! The June 10 eventincludes three evening sessions (at 6\, 7\, and 8 pm)\, and I am thrilled that I’ll be part of two events\, both taking place in Cambridge’s Central Square. The first – at 6 p.m. – is a Mystery Writers of America “Making a Mystery\,” at Starlight Square 84 Bishop Allen Drive (the stage in the H-Mart parking lot). If you’ve been to one of these interactive events before\, you know what to expect. If not\, think “game show” meets “plotting the perfect murder.” I’ll be joined by Sarah Smith\, Kate Flora\, Dale Phillips\, TIllia Jacobs\, and Elaine Isaak.) This 40-minute event is FREE (though you are encouraged to donate). \nThen\, at 8 p.m.\, Broad Universe is hosting a rapid-fire reading on the Dial Restaurant Roofdeck at 907 Mass. Ave. This is a TICKETED event\, but the $15 fee covers appetizers and (some) beverages. (The Lit Crawl is trying to help out our hard-hit restaurants and watering places.) All events will be capacity limited by COVID guidelines\, so if you can register ahead! Look for a whole cast of authors doing quick reads – and signing books after! \nRain date for the Lit Crawl is Wed.\, June 16.
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/boston-lit-crawl/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210610T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210610T210000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20210505T153213Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Lit Crawl
DESCRIPTION:This year\, the Boston Book Fest’s Lit Crawl is “taking it to the streets\,” in that all events will be OUTSIDE! The June 10 eventincludes three evening sessions (at 6\, 7\, and 8 pm)\, and I am thrilled that I’ll be part of two events\, both taking place in Cambridge’s Central Square. The first – at 6 p.m. – is a Mystery Writers of America “Making a Mystery\,” at Starlight Square 84 Bishop Allen Drive (the stage in the H-Mart parking lot). If you’ve been to one of these interactive events before\, you know what to expect. If not\, think “game show” meets “plotting the perfect murder.” I’ll be joined by Sarah Smith\, Kate Flora\, Dale Phillips\, TIllia Jacobs\, and Elaine Isaak.) This 40-minute event is FREE (though you are encouraged to donate). \nThen\, at 8 p.m.\, Broad Universe is hosting a rapid-fire reading on the Dial Restaurant Roofdeck at 907 Mass. Ave. This is a TICKETED event\, but the $15 fee covers appetizers and (some) beverages. (The Lit Crawl is trying to help out our hard-hit restaurants and watering places.) All events will be capacity limited by COVID guidelines\, so if you can register ahead! Look for a whole cast of authors doing quick reads – and signing books after! \nRain date for the Lit Crawl is Wed.\, June 16.
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/boston-lit-crawl-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210516T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210516T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20210427T162509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T162509Z
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SUMMARY:M(ay) is for Mystery one-on-one
DESCRIPTION:I’m so excited to be interviewed by Chris Upton of New Hampshire’s great Freethinker’s Corner Books. The event is virtual and it’s free! Please sign on here for a link (or cut-and-pte: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/may-is-for-mystery-w-clea-simon-tickets-152276042743 ). We’ll be talking about books\, writing\, and more – and you’re invited to chime in too! Please join us \n \n\nYou can support Freethinker’s and other great indie bookstores by ordering my books  through Bookshop.org at https://bookshop.org/books?keywords=clea+simon \nThis event is FREE\, but registration is required at this link… www.eventbrite.com/e/may-is-for-mystery-w-clea-simon-tickets-152276042743
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/may-is-for-mystery-one-on-one/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210516T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210516T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20210427T162509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T162509Z
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SUMMARY:M(ay) is for Mystery one-on-one
DESCRIPTION:I’m so excited to be interviewed by Chris Upton of New Hampshire’s great Freethinker’s Corner Books. The event is virtual and it’s free! Please sign on here for a link (or cut-and-pte: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/may-is-for-mystery-w-clea-simon-tickets-152276042743 ). We’ll be talking about books\, writing\, and more – and you’re invited to chime in too! Please join us \n \n\nYou can support Freethinker’s and other great indie bookstores by ordering my books  through Bookshop.org at https://bookshop.org/books?keywords=clea+simon \nThis event is FREE\, but registration is required at this link… www.eventbrite.com/e/may-is-for-mystery-w-clea-simon-tickets-152276042743
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/may-is-for-mystery-one-on-one-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210113T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20210108T221413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T221413Z
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SUMMARY:Making a Mystery (virtual event)
DESCRIPTION:In this fun\, fast paced improv game\, four authors representing different sub-genres in mystery fiction from cozy/traditional to thriller/suspense\, will brainstorm to create a brand-new mystery using suggestions from the audience\, and thereby offering insights into workings of mystery authors’ minds and the conventions of the genre.  The four authors joining us for the evening are Lisa Braxton\, Clea Simon\, J.A. McIntosh\, and Richard Cass.  Zoom program\, register at: eventbrite.com/e/mystery-making-with-sisters-in-crime-tickets-133190401075?aff=ebdssbeac
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/making-a-mystery-virtual-event/
LOCATION:Robbins Library\, Arlington\, \MA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210113T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20210108T221413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T221413Z
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SUMMARY:Making a Mystery (virtual event)
DESCRIPTION:In this fun\, fast paced improv game\, four authors representing different sub-genres in mystery fiction from cozy/traditional to thriller/suspense\, will brainstorm to create a brand-new mystery using suggestions from the audience\, and thereby offering insights into workings of mystery authors’ minds and the conventions of the genre.  The four authors joining us for the evening are Lisa Braxton\, Clea Simon\, J.A. McIntosh\, and Richard Cass.  Zoom program\, register at: eventbrite.com/e/mystery-making-with-sisters-in-crime-tickets-133190401075?aff=ebdssbeac
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/making-a-mystery-virtual-event-2/
LOCATION:Robbins Library\, Arlington\, \MA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200920T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20200918T180042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200918T180042Z
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SUMMARY:Shattering Glass virtual event
DESCRIPTION:Meet some of the legendary\, bestselling and critically acclaimed authors who donated time and work to Shattering Glass\, the first non-profit anthology by non-profit publisher Nasty Woman Press! Discover why New York Times bestselling author Marcia Clark calls the collection “Moving\, often poetic\, and always compelling.” All profits from this unique work are donated to Planned Parenthood!
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/shattering-glass-virtual-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200920T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20200918T180042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200918T180042Z
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SUMMARY:Shattering Glass virtual event
DESCRIPTION:Meet some of the legendary\, bestselling and critically acclaimed authors who donated time and work to Shattering Glass\, the first non-profit anthology by non-profit publisher Nasty Woman Press! Discover why New York Times bestselling author Marcia Clark calls the collection “Moving\, often poetic\, and always compelling.” All profits from this unique work are donated to Planned Parenthood!
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/shattering-glass-virtual-event-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200512T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200512T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20200429T182653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200429T182653Z
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SUMMARY:Teatime (virtual) reading
DESCRIPTION:Please drop by for a reading and author chat\, hosted by Sarah Smith. The entire event will be available on Youtube at https://tinyurl.com/TeatimeReadings
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/teatime-virtual-reading/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200512T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200512T180000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20200429T182653Z
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SUMMARY:Teatime (virtual) reading
DESCRIPTION:Please drop by for a reading and author chat\, hosted by Sarah Smith. The entire event will be available on Youtube at https://tinyurl.com/TeatimeReadings
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/teatime-virtual-reading-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200217
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20200102T173512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200102T173512Z
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SUMMARY:Boskone!
DESCRIPTION:Join me at Boskone (February 14-16\, 2019) in Boston\, MA for New England’s longest running science fiction and fantasy convention. It’s going to be a fun weekend filled with discussions of books\, art\, games\, film\, music\, and more. For more information\, visit the Boskone website: http://www.boskone.org/ \n \nThere’s tons going on all weekend\, but if you’re looking for me try the bar I will be on a bunch of panels – and moderating two (a change!) too! \n\nMarvelous Magical Systems\nFormat: Panel\n14 Feb 2020\, Friday 14:00 – 14:50\, Harbor II (Westin) \nMagical systems are like the laws of science. They have rules. Rules that must be followed or the magic won’t work or the magic will be released in unforeseen ways. Let’s look at what it takes to create a magical system that feels real and plausible. We’ll also review some of the best magical systems in literature and consider why they work so well. \nGerald L. Coleman\, Liz Delton\, Tonia Thompson (NIGHTLIGHT Podcast) (M)\, Clea Simon\, Mike Squatrito Jr (Association of Rhode Island Authors) \n\n  \n\nThe Role of Supernatural Animals\nFormat: Panel\n14 Feb 2020\, Friday 16:00 – 16:50\, Burroughs (Westin) \nWhat defines an animal as supernatural? Cats would agree that they are both super and natural\, but cats do have their own perspective on the world. Our panel of SFnal experts will help to define the roles of supernatural animals from dragons to griffons and … cats! \nJulie C. Day (M)\, Tonia Thompson (NIGHTLIGHT Podcast)\, Clea Simon\, Lisa Hertel (The Cogitation Zone) \n\n  \n\nJournalism in Speculative Fiction\nFormat: Panel\n14 Feb 2020\, Friday 17:00 – 17:50\, Marina 2 (Westin) \nFrom Wells and Orwell to Neil Gaiman\, Cory Doctorow\, and Annalee Newitz\, there’s a long tradition of reporters becoming writers of SF/F/H. Our veteran newshounds report on what a background in journalism can bring to genre work. Are you already accustomed to research\, deadlines\, and low wages? Does the drive to get the facts mean it’s harder to make stuff up? Can reporters be written as good genre characters? While pounding out a hot story\, must you wear a fedora? \nDarlene Marshall\, Clea Simon (M)\, Dan Moren\, Daniel P. Dern\, \n\n\nReading: Clea Simon\nFormat: Reading\n15 Feb 2020\, Saturday 13:30 – 13:55\, Independence (Westin) \nClea Simon \n\n  \n\nBoskone 57 Book Party\nFormat: Event\n15 Feb 2020\, Saturday 18:30 – 19:30\, Galleria – Stage (Westin) \nCome join the fun at Boskone 57’s Book Party. You’ll meet the authors and publishers who have new books coming out at the con! This is your chance to see what’s new from writers you already love\, as well as those you have yet to discover. \nSara Codair (https://saracodair.com/)\, Dave Seeley (daveseeley.com)\, Mike Squatrito Jr (Association of Rhode Island Authors)\, Jeff Hecht\, Clea Simon\, Nicole Givens Kurtz (Mocha Memoirs Press)\, R.W.W. Greene\, Steven Popkes\, Gregory Wilson\, Errick Nunnally\, James Patrick Kelly (writer)\, Kim Stanley Robinson\, Christopher Paniccia (Gridiron Publishing)\, E. C. Ambrose\, Jeffrey A. Carver\, Erin Underwood (M)\, Rick Berry (RickBerryStudio)\, Patricia Morgan Lang (NESFA Press)\, Jim Burns \n\n  \n\nThe Literary Legacy of C.S. Lewis\nFormat: Panel\n16 Feb 2020\, Sunday 11:00 – 11:50\, Burroughs (Westin) \nC.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien were friends. Both created rich imaginary worlds: Lewis’ Narnia portal fantasies and Tolkien’s epic fantasies. Yet much more has been written and discussed about Tolkien’s influence. It’s time to redress the imbalance. Don’t Lewis’ queens Lucy and Susan\, and even the White Witch\, compare favorably to the lack of female agency in Tolkien’s work\, and foretell many later heroines and villainesses? How many of our genre’s school-age protagonists owe their existence to Lewis’ examples? Oh\, and don’t forget The Screwtape Letters’ contribution to the satirical fantastic. Is Lewis still influencing fantasy today? \nDiana Rowland (M)\, John Langan\, Ginjer Buchanan\, Clea Simon\, Christopher Paniccia (Gridiron Publishing) \n\n  \n\nThe Secret to Sequels\nFormat: Panel\n16 Feb 2020\, Sunday 12:00 – 12:50\, Burroughs (Westin) \nSo the first book was great! Now it’s time to write the second one\, under deadline. No matter how many series an author has written\, they always have to tackle second book syndrome. So what does it take to get the book out on time\, while promoting the first book\, planning the third book\, and trying not to get caught up in the swell of reader responses? \nE. C. Ambrose (M)\, Zig Zag Claybourne (Obsidian Sky Books)\, Leigh Perry\, Clea Simon\, Sarah Smith \n\n  \n\nPlaying in the Post-Apocalypse World\nFormat: Panel\n16 Feb 2020\, Sunday 13:00 – 13:50\, Marina 1 (Westin) \nWhy do so many SF writers enjoy playing in this subgenre? Are they simply reporting reasonable extrapolations\, because we’re clearly doomed real soon due to climate\, corporations\, overcrowding\, video games\, superbugs\, big meteorites\, and/or reality TV? Is it just because story thrives on conflict\, and post-apocalyptic landscapes offer so much scope for disagreements—with chainsaws? Our panelists take a look at some of the more interesting post-apocalyptic worlds as they discuss why they are so compelling and what makes them work. \nJulie C. Day\, Gene Doucette\, Errick Nunnally\, Clea Simon (M)\, Jim Infantino (Jim’s Big Ego)
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/boskone/
LOCATION:Westin Boston Waterfront Hotel\, 425 Summer St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02210
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200217
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20200102T173512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200102T173512Z
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SUMMARY:Boskone!
DESCRIPTION:Join me at Boskone (February 14-16\, 2019) in Boston\, MA for New England’s longest running science fiction and fantasy convention. It’s going to be a fun weekend filled with discussions of books\, art\, games\, film\, music\, and more. For more information\, visit the Boskone website: http://www.boskone.org/ \n \nThere’s tons going on all weekend\, but if you’re looking for me try the bar I will be on a bunch of panels – and moderating two (a change!) too! \n\nMarvelous Magical Systems\nFormat: Panel\n14 Feb 2020\, Friday 14:00 – 14:50\, Harbor II (Westin) \nMagical systems are like the laws of science. They have rules. Rules that must be followed or the magic won’t work or the magic will be released in unforeseen ways. Let’s look at what it takes to create a magical system that feels real and plausible. We’ll also review some of the best magical systems in literature and consider why they work so well. \nGerald L. Coleman\, Liz Delton\, Tonia Thompson (NIGHTLIGHT Podcast) (M)\, Clea Simon\, Mike Squatrito Jr (Association of Rhode Island Authors) \n\n  \n\nThe Role of Supernatural Animals\nFormat: Panel\n14 Feb 2020\, Friday 16:00 – 16:50\, Burroughs (Westin) \nWhat defines an animal as supernatural? Cats would agree that they are both super and natural\, but cats do have their own perspective on the world. Our panel of SFnal experts will help to define the roles of supernatural animals from dragons to griffons and … cats! \nJulie C. Day (M)\, Tonia Thompson (NIGHTLIGHT Podcast)\, Clea Simon\, Lisa Hertel (The Cogitation Zone) \n\n  \n\nJournalism in Speculative Fiction\nFormat: Panel\n14 Feb 2020\, Friday 17:00 – 17:50\, Marina 2 (Westin) \nFrom Wells and Orwell to Neil Gaiman\, Cory Doctorow\, and Annalee Newitz\, there’s a long tradition of reporters becoming writers of SF/F/H. Our veteran newshounds report on what a background in journalism can bring to genre work. Are you already accustomed to research\, deadlines\, and low wages? Does the drive to get the facts mean it’s harder to make stuff up? Can reporters be written as good genre characters? While pounding out a hot story\, must you wear a fedora? \nDarlene Marshall\, Clea Simon (M)\, Dan Moren\, Daniel P. Dern\, \n\n\nReading: Clea Simon\nFormat: Reading\n15 Feb 2020\, Saturday 13:30 – 13:55\, Independence (Westin) \nClea Simon \n\n  \n\nBoskone 57 Book Party\nFormat: Event\n15 Feb 2020\, Saturday 18:30 – 19:30\, Galleria – Stage (Westin) \nCome join the fun at Boskone 57’s Book Party. You’ll meet the authors and publishers who have new books coming out at the con! This is your chance to see what’s new from writers you already love\, as well as those you have yet to discover. \nSara Codair (https://saracodair.com/)\, Dave Seeley (daveseeley.com)\, Mike Squatrito Jr (Association of Rhode Island Authors)\, Jeff Hecht\, Clea Simon\, Nicole Givens Kurtz (Mocha Memoirs Press)\, R.W.W. Greene\, Steven Popkes\, Gregory Wilson\, Errick Nunnally\, James Patrick Kelly (writer)\, Kim Stanley Robinson\, Christopher Paniccia (Gridiron Publishing)\, E. C. Ambrose\, Jeffrey A. Carver\, Erin Underwood (M)\, Rick Berry (RickBerryStudio)\, Patricia Morgan Lang (NESFA Press)\, Jim Burns \n\n  \n\nThe Literary Legacy of C.S. Lewis\nFormat: Panel\n16 Feb 2020\, Sunday 11:00 – 11:50\, Burroughs (Westin) \nC.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien were friends. Both created rich imaginary worlds: Lewis’ Narnia portal fantasies and Tolkien’s epic fantasies. Yet much more has been written and discussed about Tolkien’s influence. It’s time to redress the imbalance. Don’t Lewis’ queens Lucy and Susan\, and even the White Witch\, compare favorably to the lack of female agency in Tolkien’s work\, and foretell many later heroines and villainesses? How many of our genre’s school-age protagonists owe their existence to Lewis’ examples? Oh\, and don’t forget The Screwtape Letters’ contribution to the satirical fantastic. Is Lewis still influencing fantasy today? \nDiana Rowland (M)\, John Langan\, Ginjer Buchanan\, Clea Simon\, Christopher Paniccia (Gridiron Publishing) \n\n  \n\nThe Secret to Sequels\nFormat: Panel\n16 Feb 2020\, Sunday 12:00 – 12:50\, Burroughs (Westin) \nSo the first book was great! Now it’s time to write the second one\, under deadline. No matter how many series an author has written\, they always have to tackle second book syndrome. So what does it take to get the book out on time\, while promoting the first book\, planning the third book\, and trying not to get caught up in the swell of reader responses? \nE. C. Ambrose (M)\, Zig Zag Claybourne (Obsidian Sky Books)\, Leigh Perry\, Clea Simon\, Sarah Smith \n\n  \n\nPlaying in the Post-Apocalypse World\nFormat: Panel\n16 Feb 2020\, Sunday 13:00 – 13:50\, Marina 1 (Westin) \nWhy do so many SF writers enjoy playing in this subgenre? Are they simply reporting reasonable extrapolations\, because we’re clearly doomed real soon due to climate\, corporations\, overcrowding\, video games\, superbugs\, big meteorites\, and/or reality TV? Is it just because story thrives on conflict\, and post-apocalyptic landscapes offer so much scope for disagreements—with chainsaws? Our panelists take a look at some of the more interesting post-apocalyptic worlds as they discuss why they are so compelling and what makes them work. \nJulie C. Day\, Gene Doucette\, Errick Nunnally\, Clea Simon (M)\, Jim Infantino (Jim’s Big Ego)
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/boskone-2/
LOCATION:Westin Boston Waterfront Hotel\, 425 Summer St.\, Boston\, MA\, 02210
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200127T203000
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SUMMARY:Making a Mystery (and a Book Launch)
DESCRIPTION:I’m thrilled to have an all-star crew of Joanna Schaffhausen\, Kate Flora\, and Julie Hennrikus (aka Julia Henry/Julianna Holmes) joining me for this fun and interactive event – which will also double as the book launch for AN INCANTATION OF CATS. Play along as we plot out a murder mystery or just laugh along as our team – two thriller writers and two cozy authors – put audience ideas to work.
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/making-a-mystery-and-a-book-launch/
LOCATION:Porter Square Books\, 25 White St.\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02140\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200127T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200127T203000
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SUMMARY:Making a Mystery (and a Book Launch)
DESCRIPTION:I’m thrilled to have an all-star crew of Joanna Schaffhausen\, Kate Flora\, and Julie Hennrikus (aka Julia Henry/Julianna Holmes) joining me for this fun and interactive event – which will also double as the book launch for AN INCANTATION OF CATS. Play along as we plot out a murder mystery or just laugh along as our team – two thriller writers and two cozy authors – put audience ideas to work.
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/making-a-mystery-and-a-book-launch-2/
LOCATION:Porter Square Books\, 25 White St.\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02140\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191031T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191103T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20190128T193343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190128T193343Z
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SUMMARY:Bouchercon 50
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be joining hundreds of authors\, readers\, and fans at this 50th annual Bouchercon\, the world’s premiere mystery/crime fiction event for four days of panels\, readings\, meet-and-greets\, and more. This year\, the annual convention is  in Dallas\, TX\, and the theme is “Denim\, Diamonds\, and Death.” I hope to be everywhere – please feel free to stop and chat\, if you see me! Specifically\, I’ll be: \nThursday\, Oct. 31\, 4–5 p.m. “Pet Sounds” panel (Reunion F): With Debra Goldstein\, Jo Perry\, Jerome Preisler\, and Eileen Watkins; Stacy Allen moderator \nFriday\, Nov. 1\, 11:30 a.m.–noon\, Signing\, Mystery Writers of America \nThursday\, Oct. 31\, 7–8 p.m. Suspense author panel at Half-Price Books\, 5803E. Northwest Highway\, Dallas (off-site\, free): With Meg Gardner\, Mindy Mejia\, Wendy Walker\, and Kimberly Belle (I’m moderating) \nSaturday\, Nov. 1\, 7–9:30 a.m.  Speed-dating Breakfast (Landmark B): Forty authors\, breakfast\, what’s not to like?
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/bouchercon-50/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Dallas\, 300 Reunion Blvd\, Dallas\, TX\, 75207
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191031T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191103T170000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20190128T193343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190128T193343Z
UID:8755-1572508800-1572800400@cleasimon.com
SUMMARY:Bouchercon 50
DESCRIPTION:I’ll be joining hundreds of authors\, readers\, and fans at this 50th annual Bouchercon\, the world’s premiere mystery/crime fiction event for four days of panels\, readings\, meet-and-greets\, and more. This year\, the annual convention is  in Dallas\, TX\, and the theme is “Denim\, Diamonds\, and Death.” I hope to be everywhere – please feel free to stop and chat\, if you see me! Specifically\, I’ll be: \nThursday\, Oct. 31\, 4–5 p.m. “Pet Sounds” panel (Reunion F): With Debra Goldstein\, Jo Perry\, Jerome Preisler\, and Eileen Watkins; Stacy Allen moderator \nFriday\, Nov. 1\, 11:30 a.m.–noon\, Signing\, Mystery Writers of America \nThursday\, Oct. 31\, 7–8 p.m. Suspense author panel at Half-Price Books\, 5803E. Northwest Highway\, Dallas (off-site\, free): With Meg Gardner\, Mindy Mejia\, Wendy Walker\, and Kimberly Belle (I’m moderating) \nSaturday\, Nov. 1\, 7–9:30 a.m.  Speed-dating Breakfast (Landmark B): Forty authors\, breakfast\, what’s not to like?
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/bouchercon-50-2/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Dallas\, 300 Reunion Blvd\, Dallas\, TX\, 75207
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190710T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190710T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20190416T161714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T161714Z
UID:3206-1562785200-1562790600@cleasimon.com
SUMMARY:Making a Mystery
DESCRIPTION:Come join Kate Flora\, Connie Johnson Hambley\, and myself and MAKE A MYSTERY at the Maynard Public Library! This improv event has us authors leading you\, the audience\, through all the steps of plotting and perfecting a mystery. Each night is different\, and everyone gets to join in!
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/making-a-mystery-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190710T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190710T203000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20190416T161714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T161714Z
UID:8757-1562785200-1562790600@cleasimon.com
SUMMARY:Making a Mystery
DESCRIPTION:Come join Kate Flora\, Connie Johnson Hambley\, and myself and MAKE A MYSTERY at the Maynard Public Library! This improv event has us authors leading you\, the audience\, through all the steps of plotting and perfecting a mystery. Each night is different\, and everyone gets to join in!
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/making-a-mystery-2-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190620T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190620T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20190416T161918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T161918Z
UID:3208-1561053600-1561059000@cleasimon.com
SUMMARY:Chatting mysteries
DESCRIPTION:Come join me\, Joanna Schaffhausen\, and Brunonia Barry at the Ayer Public Library tonight at 6. Free.
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/chatting-mysteries/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190620T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190620T193000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20190416T161918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190416T161918Z
UID:8758-1561053600-1561059000@cleasimon.com
SUMMARY:Chatting mysteries
DESCRIPTION:Come join me\, Joanna Schaffhausen\, and Brunonia Barry at the Ayer Public Library tonight at 6. Free.
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/chatting-mysteries-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190613T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20190611T160025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190611T160025Z
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SUMMARY:Come Make a Mystery with us!
DESCRIPTION:Join Elisabeth Elo\, Dale Phillips\, Frances McNamara and me at the VOX POP Pop-Up Space in Assembly Row\, Somerville\,  to MAKE A MYSTERY!\n\nIf you haven’t participated in one of these Sisters in Crime events\, here’s the deal: Four authors from across the spectrum (thrillers [Elisabeth]\, historicals [Frances]\, PI [Dale] to cozies (me]) lead YOU (the audience) through the process of constructing a plot that’s to die for. You come up with character names\, motives\, and\, of course\, a murder weapon. We’ll then explain how we think – and what those names and methods might imply for us. You’re a full participant all the way as we draft an outline for the perfect mystery!
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/come-make-a-mystery-with-us/
LOCATION:Vox Pop\, 431 Artisan Way (Assembly Row)\, Somerville\, MA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190613T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190613T200000
DTSTAMP:20260428T181222
CREATED:20190611T160025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190611T160025Z
UID:8759-1560450600-1560456000@cleasimon.com
SUMMARY:Come Make a Mystery with us!
DESCRIPTION:Join Elisabeth Elo\, Dale Phillips\, Frances McNamara and me at the VOX POP Pop-Up Space in Assembly Row\, Somerville\,  to MAKE A MYSTERY!\n\nIf you haven’t participated in one of these Sisters in Crime events\, here’s the deal: Four authors from across the spectrum (thrillers [Elisabeth]\, historicals [Frances]\, PI [Dale] to cozies (me]) lead YOU (the audience) through the process of constructing a plot that’s to die for. You come up with character names\, motives\, and\, of course\, a murder weapon. We’ll then explain how we think – and what those names and methods might imply for us. You’re a full participant all the way as we draft an outline for the perfect mystery!
URL:https://cleasimon.com/event/come-make-a-mystery-with-us-2/
LOCATION:Vox Pop\, 431 Artisan Way (Assembly Row)\, Somerville\, MA\, United States
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