Imaginarium 2017 is proud to welcome author Michael Williams as a guest.  First known to readers through the best-selling DRAGONLANCE series, Michael exemplifies dedication to the craft and art of writing, having expanded his horizons in works such as his lyrical/experimental Arcady (singled out for praise by Locus and Asimov magazines), and his current mythic fiction novels such as Trajan’s Arch and Vine.  Teaching at the University of Louisville with a focus on the Modern Fantastic in film and books, Michael is a tremendous workshop presenter and panelist, and we are both honored and thrilled to have him with us this year!   About Michael Williams: OverRead More →

The first wave of Imaginarium 2017 guests and panelists is posted, with many, many more to come in the weeks and months ahead, so check back regularly!  Many favorites are returning along with many panelists making their first Imaginarium appearance!  All will be a part of the most extensive programming we’ve had yet, as the nation’s premier creative writing convention takes another great step forward in its 4th year. From networking, to learning, to having fun among creative individuals, Imaginarium will have more than ever to offer authors, editors, publishers, screenwriters, game designers, comic creators, filmmakers, musicians and other creative professionals!  Coming October 6-8 inRead More →

Imaginarium 2017 is proud to announce award-winning, multi-genre author Gary A. Braunbeck as an Imaginator guest! With 19 books, over 200 short stories, and genres spanning from mysteries, to thrillers, to science fiction, fantasy, horror and mainstream literature, Gary’s work exemplifies award-winning achievement and dedication to the craft of writing. An adjunct professor at Seton Hill University and frequent host of workshops and seminars, Gary is also an outstanding writing instructor who has always been willing to help other writers on their path. Imaginarum Convention is elated to have Gary joining us for our 4th year and our attendees will see why he is aRead More →

Imaginarium 2016 has one of the nation’s strongest creative writing programming offerings.  Our extensive array of panels and workshops are diverse, comprehensive, and in step with the issues facing today’s creative writing world.  Please take a look through what we have planned for this year and we are confident that you will agree that Imaginarium’s programming far exceeds that of many writers conferences charging hundreds of dollars per registration.  Take a look at the link below! 2016 Panel and Workshop DescriptionsRead More →

Imaginarium 2016 is proud to announce a tremendous new addition to our entertainment programming for the weekend… Wings of Flight! A full evening of entertainment is set for the first night of the convention, Friday, October 7. Part one of Wings of Flight will be Music and Mayhem, an all-ages show featuring magician Richard Cross, a filk concert by bestselling fantasy author C.S. Marks, and other guests TBA. Then…later in the evening we will have the 2nd half of Wings of Flight, The Imaginarium Cabaret, a magic and burlesque show featuring Big Daddy Cool and the Bombshell Kittens (The Imaginarium Cabaret will be limited toRead More →

Imaginarium 2016 is very proud to welcome New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author Teresa Reasor as a guest to  the event this coming October 7-9 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky. With an extensive body of writing work that spans Military Romantic Suspense, Paranormal Romance, Urban Fantasy, Historical Romance and Children’s Books, Teresa exemplifies the spirit of Imaginarium in its embrace of all genres of writing. We are very excited to have Teresa with us and she will make a fantastic addition to our extensive programming offered in Imaginarium 2016! About Teresa: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Teresa Reasor wasRead More →

Imaginarium 2016 proudly welcomes Maurice Broaddus as an author guest for the event this coming October 7-9 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky.  A highly-acclaimed author and editor in speculative fiction, Maurice is an Imaginator alumnus with us and we are thrilled to be having him back with us.  Attendees are going to love meeting and interacting with Maurice and he is going to be an exceptional addition to this year’s panel and workshop programming. About Maurice: Maurice Broaddus’ fiction has been published in numerous venues, including Asimov’s Science Fiction, Lightspeed Magazine, Cemetery Dance, Apex Magazine, and Weird Tales Magazine. He co-edited Streets ofRead More →