Paul Carlson
Paul Carlson is an avid reader who grew into a fan and eventually into a published author. He's been married to the lovely Fujiko for 41 years, and traveled the globe enough to get some idea of diverse cultures and lifestyles. For a day job Paul was a delivery-truck driver, one of a handful who've become a voting member of the SFWA. He leads an online writers group, which hosts a popular resource web page. He is now retired, and moved to small-town Kansas to help raise his grandchildren.
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12:00 PM | Location: Boomer A
Intergalactic Villainy: Why We Love Space Antagonists
Darth Vader, Frieza, Thanos -- what makes a great space villain? Dive into the psychology, design, and storytelling behind some of pop culture's most compelling intergalactic baddies, from anime to sci-fi and beyond.
Moderator: Stephen Patrick
Panelists: Lin Christie, Paul Carlson, Kenneth Walker, Thomas Gondolfi, aka Teddy Bear Man, Stephen Patrick
5:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Crimson Meeting Room
The Golden Age of Sci-Fi: What Makes Classic Stories Endure?
What elements from the "Golden Age" of science fiction continue to captivate audiences today? Panelists explore timeless classics and why these stories still resonate with modern readers and viewers.
Moderator: Mark Alfred
Panelists: Raymond Markley, Laura J. Underwood, Mark Alfred, Paul Carlson