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10:00AM – 10:45AM
We have goosebumps! Meet the master of young adult horror, R.L. Stine.
Ask R.L. Stine why he writes creepy books and he will tell you, “I just like to scare people.” Stine’s journey of growing up in Ohio writing on an old typewriter to selling more than 400-million books in 32 languages around the world embodies the heart of YA by the Bay’s mission that you can be the author of your own life.
Moderators: Sorboni Banerjee and Dominique Richardson, YA by the Bay co-founders
Authors: R.L. Stine
Location: Room 116
11:00AM – 12:00PM
*Limit of 2 books signed per person.
Location: Room 113
11:30AM – 12:15PM
How to find and fund your dream.
Make that money! Reach that dream! This is your chance to learn directly from leading financial experts. They’ll share their tips, tricks, and tools to set yourself up financially for success so you can pursue your passion.
Moderator: Jarrod Holbrook, Founder and CEO of Bronzite Media Group
Panelists: Jason Chepenik, Kristina Rodriguez, Chris Chambers
Location: Room 102
11:30AM – 12:15PM
Reading, writing, and watching what you love.
What makes a book bingeworthy? How does it get turned into film and TV? Authors dish on what makes a story sizzle and why indulging in the entertainment you love is important.
Moderator: Maggie Rodriguez, Host of DAYTIME TV
Authors: Rektok Ross, Nova McBee, Jumata Emill, Lorie Langdon
Location: Room 103
11:30AM – 12:15PM
How to get started and keep going.
Ever wondered how to transform that first “what if” of an idea into an actual book on the shelf? From a mastery of craft elements such as characters, setting, and plot to the perseverance it takes to keep going when the writing gets tough, these authors reveal how to bring a story to life and get the writing done when life competes for your time.
Moderator: Linda Hurtado-Bond, FOX13 News Anchor and Author
Authors: Jeff Zentner, L.B. Anne, Lucienne Diver, Gilly Segal
Location: Room 106
11:30AM – 12:15PM
Fueling compelling content.
All of us feel the pressure to show up on social media. These popular authors share their storytelling secrets for creating authentic posts that truly connect with our core audience.
Moderator: Frank Chillura, Influencer @ohyouread
Authors: Moriah Chavis, Lizzy Mason, Susan Lee, Kendare Blake
Location: Room 116
12:30PM – 1:15PM
Pivot with the plot to reach your dreams.
Your story is allowed to change. Navigate cliffhangers and twists… to still reach your happily ever after. These authors’ characters, and their own life journeys, will inspire you to go with the flow and slay your dragons of doubt to reach your dreams.
Moderator: Sorboni Banerjee, YA by the Bay Co-founder and Author
Authors: Jeff Zentner, Susan Lee, Nova McBee, Vanessa Autrey, Alec Shane
Location: Room 102
12:30PM – 1:15PM
Make marketing magic.
From first idea to finished product, discover how to plot your book (and success)! Learn from published authors and TV insiders how to find and sell your story to elevate your impact and platform.
Moderator: Maureen Famiano, Founder of MEF Media
Authors: Linda Hurtado-Bond, Lizzy Mason, Gilly Segal
Location: Room 103
12:30PM – 1:15PM
Spinning ageless wonder.
The joy of storytelling and reading can keep us forever young and hopeful! Creating compelling and beloved Children’s books takes a certain magic. Get insight from acclaimed and local authors about how to weave impactful tales that are enjoyed by our little ones and the adults reading to them.
Moderator: Julie Tingley, Founder of Wee Macree give back brand
Authors: K.A. Leigh, Derek Roberts, Shahd Alasaly
Location: Room 106
12:30PM – 1:15PM
How to make the extraordinary feel real.
Who doesn’t want to live an epic life? Fantasy writers share their tips and tricks for worldbuilding to create realistic and immersive fictional experiences and discuss why fantasy is so motivating in real life.
Moderator: Flavia Vazquez, Influencer @flaviareadss
Authors: Kendare Blake, Christina Farley, Erika Lewis, Dana Swift
Location: Room 116
1:30PM – 2:15PM
Using books to beat the “bad guy.”
Whether it’s a comic book supervillain or something as reality based as an illness, unexpected current event, or life change, characters’ battles on the page can inspire us to win our own. Join these authors for an inspirational talk on finding the fuel to fight for our best lives.
Moderator: Allison Godlove, Host of Morning Blend TV
Authors: Justin A. Reynolds, Steph Post, Maria Ingrande Mora
Location: Room 102
1:30PM – 2:15PM
Weaving your experience into a narrative.
You have a story to tell. How do you take all your experiences and ideas and use them to inspire your journey toward your goals. Learn how to turn your personal experience into a universal story, platform, or message.
Moderator: Joseph Dituri, Ph.D., Commander, U.S. Navy (Ret) and Author
Authors: Amy Nielsen, Yaffa S. Santos, Giselle McNab, Megan O’Russell
Location: Room 103
1:30PM – 2:15PM
Using story structure to launch your life.
An inciting incident. Antagonists. The Dark Night of the Soul. Understanding key plot points in a novel can help you make sense of the story arc of your own life, put it on the page, and thrive.
Moderator: Eli Weibley, Influencer @elitothenth
Authors: Shahd Alasaly, Kelly Coon, Rebecca Donovan, T.R. Hendricks
Location: Room 106
1:30PM – 2:15PM
Traditional and self-publishing secrets.
In it to win it. Play the long game! Some authors become the big publishing houses’ overnight bestsellers. Others self-publish their way to millions. And many more land in rewarding places along the way. Learn your options for getting your stories in front of the readers who will love them.
Moderator: Maggie Rodriguez, Host of Daytime TV
Authors: Alec Shane, Amy Christine Parker, Kayla Tirrell, Leslie Lutz
Location: Room 116
2:30PM – 3:15PM
“Point of View”
How do you stand up for what you believe in and translate that into an engaging and powerful story? From pop culture to real life, pouring what you love and are passionate about onto the page can be an incredibly empowering moment for both you and the reader. Join us as we talk with four acclaimed and bestselling authors about how they’ve translated their passion into engaging and thought-provoking stories.
Authors: Kendare Blake, Gilly Segal, Jumata Emill, Susan Lee
Location: Room 116
3:30PM – 4:30PM
*Limit of 2 books from home per person. Books purchased at the event are eligible to be signed.
Location: Room 113
Room 102
11:30am – Bank on Yourself
12:30pm – Find Your Fairy Tale
1:30pm – Be the Superhero
Room 103
11:30am – Guilty Pleasures
12:30pm – Hooks for Your Books
1:30pm – Write What You Know
Room 106
11:30am – So You Wanna Write a Book
12:30pm – Writing for Children
1:30pm – Beginning, Middle, End
Volunteer Check-in
Room 113
11:00am - R.L. Stine Signing
3:30pm - All Panelist Author's Signing
Room 116
10:00am – Fireside Chat with R.L. Stine
11:30am - Shine on Social
12:30pm – Building Imaginary Worlds
1:30pm – Getting Published
2:30pm – Keynote Conversation
with Gilly Segal, Kendare Blake, Jumata Emill, and Susan Lee
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