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In December 1975 the Los Angeles Science Fantasy prepared LA 2000, a special convention to celebrate the club's 2,000th meeting. The event was so enjoyable that it was repeated in 1976. At this time it moved to October to honor the club's anniversary and called itself LOSCON for the first time. It was held twice in 1977, the second that year being the first with an official guest of honor, Dr. Jerry Pournelle. By 1978 it had finally settled into an annual November affair, the Los Angeles Regional Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention. Then starting with LOSCON 9 in 1982, the Thanksgiving weekend was chosen and became subsequently the traditional date. This years themes: Star Wars 40th Anniversary and Urban Fantasy
Mission: LosCon is a science fiction convention for fans, by fans, held every Thanksgiving weekend in the LA area. We have an awesome time doing what we love and sharing it with you!
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To the writers on Loscon, what are your tips/suggestions/warnings for new writers and promoting their work?
Authors are now expected to market their own books in addition to writing them. While that may seem daunting, many resources are available to help along the journey. The key theme running through all the advice is to start early. Here are some of those resources to help you sell your book.
But what "World" we might ask...
Love words, agonize over sentences, and pay attention to the world. —Susan Sontag
An "American" tradition...
The US film industry may have generated revenues somewhere in the region of $40 billion last year, but it seems Hollywood still has plenty of work to do if it wants to compete with that most hallow…
We might posit that all fiction is escapism...but please read to the end. While this is a historical perspective of how the genre was negatively depicted and why (such a narrow narrow view) Ursula Le Guin has a very good reply, handy if you run into judgmental family members in the future.
https://theconversation.com/fan-of-sci-fi-psychologists-have-you-in-their-sights-131342
Psychologists have stigmatised science fiction fans as losers who retreat into fantasy worlds. This is unfair.
Who has been to a "Yuri's Night"?
Here are details about the 2020 event in Los Angeles
https://yurisnight.net/events/yuris-night-los-angeles-2/
Location California Science Center, Samuel Oschin Space Shuttle Endeavour Pavilion 700 Exposition Park Dr Los Angeles, CA 90037Los AngelesCA90037
May she rest in peace.
BREAKING: Katherine Johnson, a mathematician and real-life subject of the film "Hidden Figures," has died, according to NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration. She was 101. https://abcn.ws/2w3U0zO
#sciencecats #catsofinstagram #lolcats #newtonsthirdlaw https://ift.tt/2HSL6bg
For the first time ever, astronomers have identified molecular oxygen in a galaxy outside the Milky Way, Markarian 231, which contains 100 times as much oxygen as our own galaxy.
Hubble Space Telescope at the California Science Center #hubbletelescope #astronomy #spacescience #astrophysics #stars https://ift.tt/38PR7kW
Looking forward to this upcoming book by Sheree Renée Thomas
https://www.indiebound.org/book/9780997457896?fbclid=IwAR2wlnngpXsQrefVhlkfhVePPbcWdI-PbrKyKJeCU6KyZdp9j2ta8brBxXQ
The Icelandic-born, Berlin-based cellist-composer has won the Emmy, Oscar, and Grammy Awards in a span of five months.
Here are some suggestions on what NOT to do at a Science Fiction convention, but we want to remind you what the most important thing to always DO is have FUN.
http://www.thegenretraveler.com/conventions/10-things-not-to-do-at-a-science-fiction-convention/
Are you going to your first science fiction convention? Read this quick checklist to make sure that you don't make a fool of yourself.
Random trivia for the day.
The more we learn about this project, the more excited we are to see the anthology this summer and meet Jeff Sturgeon in November at Loscon 47 "Putting the Science in Science Fiction".
An interview with the creator of "Last Cities of Earth", Jeff Sturgeon, by friend and award winning New york Times best selling author Kevin J. Anderson.
Visit us at www.loscon.org to buy your memberships. The current rate is $35 (Until April 15).
Here is a short video with Kevin J. Anderson talking about the kickstarter behind the Last Cities of Earth project. We are so excited to have Jeff Sturgeons Last Cities of Earth as our Loscon 47 Artist Guest of Honor in November. This anthology will be released this summer, so keep an eye out for it, or pick it up at Loscon to be signed.
An interview with the creator of "Last Cities of Earth", Jeff Sturgeon, by friend and award winning New york Times best selling author Kevin J. Anderson.
Break out the Crayolas!
This year's #ColorOurCollections campaign features everything from medical drawings to zany 1920s advertisements for butter
More of #jeffsturgeon with "Vegas 16". #Loscon47 is excited to have Jeff as our #artistguestofhonor in November. Check out more of his #lastcitiesofearth work on his website. Jeffsturgeon.com #loscon #illustrator #sciencefictionart #dystopianartist #sciencefictionandfantasyconvention #sciencefictionconvention #scifi #whattodoinla https://ift.tt/38CvFQ3
Happy Birthday to Andre Norton, Aka Alice Mary Norton
She wrote under the pen names Andre Norton, Andrew North and Allen Weston. She was the first woman to be Gandalf Grand Master of Fantasy, first to be SFWA Grand Master, and the first inducted by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame.
https://writerswrite.co.za/literary-birthday-17-february-andre-norton/
Oops... #losconlaffs #datastorage #bitsfallingeverywhere https://ift.tt/2u4mNnv
Flying by to wish Mike Glyer a very Happy Birthday.
Thank you for your participation and support of fannish culture throughout the years.
Multi-award winning creator of File 770, the community would be lost without you.
For more of Mike's work, check out http://file770.com/
What do you think?
Will this film be full of heartache or a heartthrob for fans? Find out!
Dalek in the shadows at Gallifrey One #gallifrey2020 #31flavorsofgallifreyone #dalek https://ift.tt/2tYKU6V
Our very own Larry Niven is the Author Guest of Honor at MystiCon at the end of the month in Roanoke, VA. If you are anywhere nearby, check it out!
What's new in SciFi/Fantasy for Black History Month.
https://www.powells.com/post/lists/black-history-month-whats-new-in-scifi-and-fantasy
Thank you to Mike Glyer for the link.
One of the more exciting publishing developments of recent years has been the increased support for science fiction and fantasy books written by authors
If you missed this panel at Loscon 46, here is a second chance!
Thank you to Skywalking Through Neverland for sharing this panel and participating at Loscon, we hope to see you again this year.
Movie Lovers, this video is for you! Paul Hirsch, Film Editor of Star Wars, Empire Strikes Back and so many more, joined us for a great discussion on a panel at Loscon. He talks about famous scenes he's edited, and it's all intercut with the scenes themselves. Here is the entire Panel for you viewing pleasure: https://youtu.be/iuOLb2EqBGQ
You might see this in the #gallifreyone program book. We love Dr Who and all the #cosplay and #fandom you all bring to #Loscon. Check out the link in our bio for early registration and we will see you in November. Did I mention, we are at the same location? #Loscon47 #Loscon #gallifreyone #gallifrey2020 #programbook #joinusinnovember #drwho #LAXMarriott https://ift.tt/2SBsQb8
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And what happens on a cloudless day... #cloudstorage #losconlaffs #blueskies #confused #yesweknowbetteritshumor https://ift.tt/2v8I27M
Andrew Heaton visited LASFS this evening, check out his podcast, Alienating the Audience.
Delighted to have an actual Duke biology professor explain how the hell a desert planet like Tatooine can have enough oxygen and biomass to support bantha-sized animals. We've all been wondering! Dr. Eric Spana is on the new Alienating the Audience!
#Loscon is excited to have Jeff Sturgeon and his "Last Cities of Earth" project as our Artist Guest of Honor at #loscon47. Registration is open, use the link in our bio. #Lastcitiesofearth #jeffsturgeon #dystopianartist #dystopian #metalart #anthology #sciencefictionart #sciencefictionfansofinstagram #sciencefictionconvention #sciencefictionandfantasy #losconguestofhonor #artistsofinstagram https://ift.tt/2SdM3Qe
Wine anyone...
https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/star-trek-captain-picard-wine?fbclid=IwAR3IZjDGq0Bf2UK5GgtsjGz5QZMRoDylNsSNfJ2aUajRrk6rQmgE1Jf53Uw
The new Trekkie collection also debuts with a California Zinfandel.
They took up to 130 minutes to bake, but the cookies could help scientists make future space missions a little more palatable
Scientific proof you gave me fake mouse. #caturday #catsofinstagram #sciencecat https://ift.tt/37TRvy8
Looking forward to a new exhibit at The Skirball in April
“Star Trek: Exploring New Worlds” is set to land at the Skirball in April.
Thanks Bob Borck for the share!
Never too early
Loscon would like to wish Dr Gregory Benford a Happy Birthday today. Thank you for all your support.
If you would like to know what he's been working on, check out the pre-order of Glorious, his upcoming release co-written with Larry Niven. https://www.amazon.com/Glorious-Bowl-Heaven-Gregory-Benford/dp/0765392402
We look forward to having you as our Writer Guest of Honor in November, at Loscon 47 "Putting the Science in Science Fiction"
Honoring Philip Jose Farmer on his birthday.
Farmer's novelette "Some Fabulous Yonder" was the cover story on the April 1963 issue of Fantastic
Good Caturday morning. #catsofinstagram #caturday #datascience #instincts #sciencememes #sciencecats #losconlaffs #dataorinstincts https://ift.tt/2NYowkK
Pop-up shopping at Dark Delicacies on Sunday, Jan 26 from Noon-6pm
You want something a little different to give your loved one this Valentines Day? Then join us Sunday from Noon to 6 pm when Dark Delicacies presents a Valentine Popup Shopping Day. Occult Cosmetics, BubbleBroad Soaps, Ghoulish Bunny, Abbyville & others will be here for your special shopping pleasure. Pick up that Valentines Day present for that special body.
In honor of C.L. Moore's birthday, we would to share a Fantastic Novels cover.
Earth's Last Citadel was reprinted in the July 1950 edition of Fantastic Novels.
Loscon would like to wish David Gerrold a very Happy Birthday today. Thank you for all your support through the years.
To see what he is serving up lately, check out his Patreon page here:
https://www.patreon.com/DavidGerrold
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Loscon wishes Craig Miller a very Happy Birthday.
If you haven't got your copy of his book Star Wars Memories, check it out here: https://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Memories-Death-Trenches/dp/1696218705
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The Los Angeles Science Fantasy Society (LASFS), the world’s oldest continuously active science fiction and fantasy club (founded Oct. 27, 1934), presents the 46th Loscon — Los Angeles’ longest running fan convention — over Thanksgiving weekend (November 29 – December 1, 2019). This family-friendly gathering includes a variety of panels, discussions, activities, a film festival, an art show, and shopping. Diverse participants include area authors, such as Steven Barnes, Harry Turtledove, and Maya Kaathryn Bohnhoff. First held in 1975 at the International Hotel (now the Hyatt Regency), Loscon is hosted down the street at the recently redesigned Los Angeles Airport Marriott, located on Century Boulevard near Los Angeles International Airport. Day/weekend memberships and room reservations are available at discounted rates before the convention. For updates, follow Loscon on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and search for #Loscon.
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Belly Dancing in Marquis 3
Giving the Parasol Protectorate Oath here at #Loscon with Steve Frankel. #scifi #props #cosplay
Linda Marcil demonstrates her bird wings. Come see her 2:30 Saturday wing making panel in the make room!
In December 1975, the Los Angeles Science Fantasy Society presented LA 2000, a special convention to celebrate the club's 2,000th meeting. The event was so enjoyable that it was repeated in 1976. At this time it moved to October to honor the club's anniversary, and called itself Loscon for the first time. It was held twice in 1977, the second that year being the first with an official Guest of Honor, Dr. Jerry Pournelle. By 1978, it had finally settled into an annual November affair, the Los Angeles Regional Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention. Then, starting with Loscon 9 in 1982, the Thanksgiving weekend was chosen and became subsequently the traditional date. Our Guests of Honor this year are: Professional Writer Guest of Honor: Howard Waldrop
Fan Guest of Honor: Edie Stern
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Hilton Los Angeles Airport (LAX Hilton) 5711 West Century BlvdMotown Party presents - The Cotton Room
Radisson Hotel at Los Angeles Airport 6225 West Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CAThe Proud Bird Food Bazaar & Events Center
11022 Aviation Blvd.Westchester First Fridays at the Triangle
6200 Block of West 87th St
Violet Moon's Guitar Strap On's
The Islands of Paradise
Your Turn Intern Expo & Celebrity Fest
5042 Wilshire Boulevard, #291
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The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites, Los An
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