J.H. Fleming

J.H. Fleming is the author of Jack of Crows, the Music the Gathering series, The Call of the Fae series, Rhythms of Magic, and Peter Pixie, Mayor of the Multiverse: The Black Wand. Her work has appeared in anthologies by NewCon Press, Evil Girlfriend Media, Mocha Memoirs Press, Seventh Star Press, and Pro Se Productions, as well as New Realm Magazine and Visionary Tongue magazine. She received her bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing from the University of Central Arkansas. In her free time she enjoys reading, playing videogames, and learning other languages. She'd prefer to live in a library in the middle of a forest, and has so far collected fourteen hundred books toward that goal. Until then, she and her partner live just over the Arkansas-Missouri state line where they continue adding to their hoard.

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1:00 PM | Location: Boomer B

Mythic Beginnings: The Influence of Folklore on Speculative Fiction

How do myths, legends, and folklore inspire modern sci-fi and fantasy? Panelists discuss the timeless stories that shaped the genre.

Moderator: Pigeon

Panelists: Jeff Provine, Madilynn Dale, Mark Alfred, J.H. Fleming, Pigeon

3:00 PM | Location: Sooner A

This Machine Kills Fascists: Resistance in Pop Culture

Pop culture has long been a stage for resistance, rebellion, and the fight against oppressive forces. From the anti-authoritarian lyrics of protest songs to the revolutionary themes in comics, sci-fi, and fantasy, creators have used their work against fascism and injustice. This panel explores how stories, music, and art inspire change, challenge the status quo, and give voice to the voiceless. Join us for a discussion on the enduring legacy of resistance in pop culture and how these themes resonate in today's world.

Moderator: Aaron Bossig

Panelists: Tommy B. Smith, Aaron Bossig, J.H. Fleming, Aislinn Burrows, Michael A. Stackpole

4:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma E

Autographs

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Profile: J.H. Fleming

11:00 AM | Location: Oklahoma G

Retro Gaming: Style vs. Substance

What makes retro games so timeless? Is it the pixel-perfect art, the unforgettable chiptunes, or the way they were built to challenge (or punish) players? Have modern games lost something essential, or have they just evolved? Join us as we dive into the unique charm of classic games, explore whether their magic can be recaptured, and debate if today's developers can ever truly recreate that old-school feel.

Moderator: Caleb Haldane

Panelists: Caleb Haldane, Nick Campbell, Neal Hallford, J.H. Fleming

2:00 PM | Location: Sooner A