Rhonda Eudaly

Rhonda Eudaly lives in Arlington, TX, where her wide variety of experience and skills is well-suited to her current job in government. She's married with dogs and an increasing horde of writing instruments—which she blogs about. Rhonda has a well-rounded publication history in all kinds of writing including novels, collaborations, and short stories. Check out her website—www.RhondaEudaly.com—for her latest publications and downloads.

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4:00 PM | Location: Boomer B

How to Write Non-Human Protagonists

What challenges arise when writing characters who are not human? Panelists explore how to write compelling protagonists who are aliens, robots, or other non-human entities.

Moderator: Phillip Drayer Duncan

Panelists: Max Griffin, Rhonda Eudaly, A. Lee Martinez, David Carrico, Phillip Drayer Duncan

6:00 PM | Location: Embassy Hotel: Bedlam 2 Boardroom

Author Readings

Hear the written word come to life! Join us for a special session where featured authors read selections from their works—ranging from sneak peeks of upcoming releases to fan-favorite passages. Whether it’s science fiction, fantasy, horror, or heartfelt memoir, these readings offer a unique chance to experience stories in the voices of the people who created them.

Moderator: Rhonda Eudaly

Panelists: Stephen Patrick, Rhonda Eudaly

12:00 PM | Location: Boomer B

Admitting Ignorance: Why "I Don't Know" Feels Forbidden

In a world obsessed with confidence and certainty, admitting "I don't know" can feel taboo. This discussion dives into the social, cultural, and political reasons behind our discomfort with uncertainty and what embracing intellectual humility could mean for society.

Moderator: Liz Campbell

Panelists: Rhonda Eudaly, Libby A. Smith, Selina Rosen, Liz Campbell, Joshua Caudill

2:00 PM | Location: Boomer B

**Humanity, F*ck Yeah!**

In the vastness of the cosmos, humans might seem small, but we've got something no alien race can match: pure, unrelenting grit. This panel dives into the Humanity, F*ck Yeah!* (HFY) genre, where we're the underdogs who rise to the occasion, outsmarting or outlasting advanced civilizations. From clever survival tactics to showing our superiority in unexpected ways, discover why HFY stories celebrate humanity's surprising strength in the face of cosmic challenges.

Moderator: Cap’n Ed

Panelists: Gypsy Jess, David Rike, Cap’n Ed, Rhonda Eudaly, A.C. Smart

3:00 PM | Location: Oklahoma E