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Imaginarium 2018 is proud to welcome NYT and USA Today best-selling author Robyn Peterman as our Guest of Honor! Robyn is a fantastic writer of paranormal and contemporary romances who is well-loved by readers all around the world! With her exceptional skill set in writing and a keen understanding of today’s independent publishing climate, Robyn is going to be a tremendous addition to the Imaginarium Convention family and we are thrilled to have her with us this year! About Robyn Peterman: NYT and USA Today best selling author, Robyn Peterman writes because the people inside her head won’t leave her alone until she gives themRead More →

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Imaginarium 2018 is proud to welcome award-winning, bestselling author Deborah LeBlanc as an Imaginator Guest! From her many thrilling, paranormal-themed novels, to her expertise as a private investigator and paranormal investigator, to the upcoming television show “Through the Veil” that she is a principle in, Deborah will be a tremendous addition to Imaginarium Convention’s renowned panel and workshop programming! Imaginarium is thrilled to have Deborah joining us for our 5th Anniversary event, this October 5-7 in Louisville, Kentucky! About Deborah LeBlanc: Deborah LeBlanc is an award-winning, bestselling author and business owner from Lafayette, Louisiana. She is also a licensed death scene investigator, a private investigator,Read More →

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Imaginarium 2018 is proud to welcome New York Times and USA Today bestselling romance/multi-genre author Teresa Reasor as a spotlighted author guest this October 5-7 in Louisville, KY! Having been published in a wide range of genres, Teresa brings a great perspective and high level of expertise to Imaginarium’s renowned programming! Approachable and always willing to share her insights, Teresa is definitely an Imaginarium favorite and we are thrilled to have her back for our fifth anniversary! About Teresa: New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Teresa Reasor was born in Southeastern Kentucky, but grew up a Marine Corps brat. The love of readingRead More →

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Imaginarium 2018 is proud to welcome New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Romance Author J.M Madden as an Imaginator Guest! From the craft of writing to the industry, J.M brings an exceptional level of knowledge and perspective to Imaginarium’s renowned programming, and exemplifies the Imaginarium spirit in her willingness to offer guidance and share wisdom to authors and creatives just beginning their journeys. Imaginarium Convention is excited to have J.M with us for our 5th anniversary, this October 5-7 in Louisville, Kentucky! About J.M Madden: NY Times and USA Today Bestselling author J.M. Madden writes compelling romances between ‘combat modified’ military men and theRead More →

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Imaginarium 2018 is proud to welcome Bram Stoker Award®-winning Author and Editor Michael Knost as a spotlighted guest for 2018!  An Imaginarium Convention favorite, Michael brings a wealth of literary and industry expertise to Imaginarium’s highly-acclaimed panel and workshop programming.  Attendees can look forward to meeting Michael and having the opportunity to learn from him in our milestone 5th year! About Michael Knost: Michael Knost is a Bram Stoker Award®-winning editor and author of science fiction, fantasy, horror, and supernatural thrillers. He has written in various genres and helmed several anthologies. His Writers Workshop of Horror won the 2009 Bram Stoker Award® in England for superiorRead More →

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Imaginarium 2018 is proud to welcome international bestselling mystery and thriller author Carolyn Arnold as an Imaginator Guest!  Renowned in the law enforcement community for her accurate portrayals of police procedures, Carolyn possesses great expertise to go along with her exceptional writing talent that has entertained millions of readers! The Imaginarium Convention is thrilled to have Carolyn joining us for our 5th year this coming October!  About Carolyn: CAROLYN ARNOLD is an international bestselling and award-winning author, as well as a speaker, teacher, and inspirational mentor. She has four continuing fiction series—Detective Madison Knight, Brandon Fisher FBI, McKinley Mysteries, and Matthew Connor Adventures—and has written nearly thirtyRead More →

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Imaginarium 2018 is proud to welcome bestselling historical romance author Chasity Bowlin as a Spotlighted Author Guest! In addition to being a highly-gifted writer, Chasity also has a keen understanding of today’s publishing climate and is going to be a tremendous addition to Imaginarium’s workshop and panel programming! About Chasity: A multi-published indie and traditional author of bestselling historical romance, Chasity lives in Kentucky with her husband and their menagerie of animals. Visit Chasity’s official website at: chasitybowlin.comRead More →

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Imaginarium 2018 is proud to announce the return of bestselling author Tony Acree as Toastmaster and as a guest! The owner of the award-winning small press Hydra Publications and the author of the bestselling Victor McCain thrillers, Tony is an outstanding member of the Imaginarium family, sharing his knowledge about writing and the publishing business in Imaginarium’s extensive programming, in addition to serving as the official Toastmaster in popular Imaginarium events like the Opening Ceremonies and Awards Banquet presentations. Imaginarium is thrilled to have Tony back for what will be the best year yet! About Tony Acree: Tony Acree is is both an award winningRead More →

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Imaginarium 2017 is proud to announce that award-winning author Tim Waggoner will be a spotlighted guest this year at the nation’s premier creative writing convention! The author of over 40 novels and a full-time tenured professor who teaches creative writing, Tim is an incredible guest that Imaginarium attendees will love! We are honored to have Tim with us for this year’s programming and activities! See Tim’s page on the official Imaginarium Convention site at: http://www.entertheimaginarium.com/tim-waggoner/Read More →

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Imaginarium 2017 is proud to welcome author Michael Williams as a guest.  First known to readers through the best-selling DRAGONLANCE series, Michael exemplifies dedication to the craft and art of writing, having expanded his horizons in works such as his lyrical/experimental Arcady (singled out for praise by Locus and Asimov magazines), and his current mythic fiction novels such as Trajan’s Arch and Vine.  Teaching at the University of Louisville with a focus on the Modern Fantastic in film and books, Michael is a tremendous workshop presenter and panelist, and we are both honored and thrilled to have him with us this year!   About Michael Williams: OverRead More →