Imaginarium 2025 is proud to announce the addition of two new workshops and three new panels to our programming! There will be over 135 panels and workshops hosted in our 12th year, so make sure to check back regularly on our official site to see all new additions!
The titles, presenters, and descriptions for these new programming additions are as follows:
New Workshops Added
Killing Off Your Characters: Presented by Barbara V. Evers. It has to happen. Characters must die. But how do you do this effectively? Let’s explore the hallmarks of a satisfying death scene and what you need in order for your readers to care. (60 min)
Public Speaking for Creatives: Presented by Barbara V. Evers. You need to promote your creation, but you fear speaking or not knowing what to say. Let’s take a look at how to find opportunities, how to create and deliver an effective message, and what to do about nerves/imposter syndrome. (60 minutes)
New Panels Added
Audiobook Narration Vs AI: Moderator – TBA. A discussion on the rise of audiobook narration utilizing AI and the ethical ramifications of using such technology. (60 min)
Dr. Moreau’s Laboratory : Animal Mashups and Chaos: Moderator – Barbara V. Evers. Panelists become mad scientists using an animal mashups card deck. Moderator selects 2-4 animal cards. Panelists imagine an animal mashup and write a couple of sentences of the first encounter with their creation in a story. The audience votes for their favorites. We play as many rounds as time permits, and the overall winner earns bragging rights. (2 hrs.)
Slushfest: Moderator – Barbara V. Evers. Get a peek at how an agent or editor evaluates your submission. Writers anonymously submit the first page (double-space, 12 point font) of their manuscript at the beginning of the session. A moderator reads the page aloud and panelists raise their hand at the point where they would stop reading. Once over 50% of panelists have raised their hands, the moderator stops reading and the panelists explain why they raised their hand or why they didn’t. Gives great insight into how to get your manuscript past the slushpile. (2 hrs.)
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