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Friday 1200 Room 215
In the field of humorous speculative fiction, the shadows of Douglas Adams and Terry Pratchett loom large over the genre. What influence have these two authors had on comedic science fiction and fantasy? Is it possible for authors to step out from under their shadow and find new territories for humour and the imagination?
Sunday 1400 Room 219
What use are the myths of the world’s cultures to the creation of science fiction? Are there archetypal stories we can draw from to create new worlds and ideas, or are they best suited for re-telling classical stories with a high-tech or otherworldly perspective? A look at what’s been done, who did it best, and why.
Thursday 1600 Room 219
One form of folklore that crosses cultures with remarkable similarities is ghost stories, which indicates they may actually exist. Our international panelists share their haunting experiences or assembled collections. Can you add to them?
Friday 1300 Room 219
"The first glass of New Zealand beer that I drank convinced me that I really had come to the ends of the Earth. But that was many years ago and today the situation is much improved. A serious scientific investigation of the baseline and any improvement will take place in certain carefully selected Wellington establishments on the Monday after Au Contraire closes for business. Anyone wishing to provide input to the analysis should meet in the hotel foyer. We'll walk out and crawl back, suitably refreshed. Kneepads not provided." - Alan and Simon
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