18 Centennial Citizen
October 10, 2019O
Science fiction, fantasy and horror in the Rockies 51st MileHiCon literary convention features authors, artists and programs from Oct. 18-20 STAFF REPORT
More than 100 science fiction, fantasy and horror authors, artists and other participants will speak and autograph books at the 51st annual MileHiCon literary convention Oct. 18-20 at the Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center, 7800 E. Tufts Ave, Denver. The convention will feature authors, artists, speakers and programming on every aspect of the science fiction and fantasy genres, including the largest science fiction/fantasy art show and auction in Colorado, roundthe-clock gaming, a vendors room full of science fiction, fantasy and horror-related items a CosPlay (costume) contest and Critter Crunch (robotic sumo
wrestling). More than 60 authors will participate in a mass author autograph session on Oct. 19, and a literacy auction with hundreds of donated items will benefit a Denver-based charity literacy program. More than 200 programs include sessions on writing, publishing, artist demonstrations, hands-on workshop, science presentations, autograph sessions, kids’ programming, CosPlay, gaming and more. In addition, more than 100 science fiction, fantasy and horror authors, artists, speakers, and performers will read from works in-progress and discuss various aspects of writing, publishing, themes and more. This year’s guests of honor are author Marie Brennan (www. swantower.com), author Angela Roquet (www.angelaroquet.com), artist Elizabeth Leggett (www. archwayportico.com), and toastmaster will be author Carol Berg (www.carolberg.com). A list of participants and ticket information are available at www. milehicon.org.
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