This track is related to all things Fandom, including the popular area of Fan Fiction! There is quite a bit within these panel topics that can be of value to writers, so be sure to read through this list!

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Copyright Law, Creative License, and Parodies: We talk a lot about fandoms, fan fiction, and works honoring our favorite books and movies, but do we ever take into account the legality of our love? This panel will cover the important topics facing authors across the entertainment world when it comes to acknowledging and respecting copyrights and the use of creative license.

Fan Fiction: Authors speak candidly about fan fiction, from the legalities and sometimes questionable nature to its popularity and usefulness as a literary practice tool.

Sherlocked: From Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s beloved books to BBC’s international TV hit, everyone has thoughts on the world’s favorite opinionated detective.

To Exterminate or Not to Exterminate: Panelists discuss Dr. Who in all of its incarnations and how it stays successful across multiple media forms.

Walk this (Dead) Way: A fandom panel for those who want to express their love (and hate) of the Walking Dead. Panelists discuss the pros and cons of the franchise, both as a graphic novel and a smash television hit.

Writers for Hire: A look at being the hired help in major franchise markets.

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