The International Discworld Convention is a gathering of Terry Pratchett fans to celebrate his superb catalogue of work, in particular, the Discworld. Occurring in the wilds of the UK every two years, the Convention is organised by fans, for fans, and is a true amalgamation of love for the author we all miss. I have…
I received a very nice mention in an article looking forward to UK Games Expo on the KeenGamer website. The article, The UK Games Expo – What’s On and How to Make the Most of the Weekend, offers a glimpse at some of the various exhibitors, traders, and timetabled events on offer over the three…
The Tabletop Emporium is a small independent tabletop RPG store based in the Corp Market, Cardiff, that aims to showcase unique and indie books & accessories. This June, I will be teaching a Fantasy Worldbuilding Workshop and Map Drawing session there. This 4-hour workshop will be held in the Nook in the Corp Market. Food…
UK Games Expo (UKGE) is the largest Hobby Games Convention in the UK. Now in it’s 16th year, 2024 sees the event return to 3 halls of the NEC and the Hilton Hotel. This year, I will be running a workshop at the event. You can add it to your schedule here. Fantasy Worldbuilding Workshop…
The UK Ghost Story Festival returns for its fourth run, gathering together some of the finest writers of the supernatural for a week of activities across online and in-person events. Online events events run from 12th-15th February, including workshops, talks, performances, and interviews. In-person events run from 16th-18th February at the Museum of Making in…
Yesterday, I traded at the Linc-Con comic con, held at The Engine Shed, Lincoln. It was my first time at the event, and I had a great day there. Linc-Con is a very cosplay-oriented event, and I saw people in some outstanding costumes. From babies dressed as Yoda and children dressed as the Demogorgon, to…
On July 4th, I presented an online talk to the Fictionary Community on How to Build Fictional Worlds. It covered all the basics of worldbuilding, busted some commonly held myths, and answered the question I get asked most often. I also talked about my three rules for worldbuilding information, and revealed the best ways to…
Last weekend, I was trading and speaking at LarpCon UK; a three-day event incorporating talks, quizes, cosplay parades, the Larp Awards, and boasting a massive trade hall with the largest selection of Larp weaponry, in one room, in the UK. I admit to knowing very little about Larp, but I’ve learnt a lot over the…
