CrimeSpace

Love Is Murder Conference

Love Is Murder Conference's Friends

 

Love Is Murder Conference's Page

Latest Activity

Dan Coleman left a comment for Love Is Murder Conference Nov 30

Profile Information

Hometown:
Chicago, IL
About Me:
Love is Murder (LIMCON) is the Midwest's premier and Chicagoland's only conference and convention for readers and writers of mystery, suspense, romantic suspense, horror, thrillers, paranormal, and all other dark fiction. Always the first weekend in February, you can find out more and register at the Love is Murder website.
Love is Murder NPO, is also an independent, not-for-profit organization that organizes an annual convention open to writers, readers, educational groups and for-profit vendors. In addition, Love is Murder NPO, provides an educational forum to writers and readers to further their knowledge of writing, publishing, and the business of book production. In addition to the annual convention, Love is Murder NPO endeavors to sponsor other educational and/or writer focused programs throughout the year.

We are committed to the following:

- Providing a showcase for first time authors to discuss their work
- Providing an environment where first time authors can mingle with, learn from, and work alongside more experienced writers to better their writing and their understanding of publishing.
- Providing an environment where experienced and published authors can meet and discuss their work with other experienced and published authors, with budding authors, and with readers of their work.
- Providing financial support for students wishing to learn about writing and publishing through contributions to other organization who support writing for youth.
- Providing financial support for students through competitive writing based scholarships.
- Providing a showcase for Midwest writers
- Providing a environment where non-writers interested in writing can meet with authors and learn about their craft.
- Promoting writing and authors
- Actively engaging in education activities related to writing and publishing.
I Am A:
Reader, Writer, Librarian, Publisher, Editor, Agent
Website:
http://www.loveismurder.net
Books And Authors I Like:
This year's mob and molls (featured guests) include:
LEE CHILD & TESS GERRITSEN
WILLIAM KENT KRUEGER & CAROLYN HAINES
BARRY EISLER & MELINDA WELLS
AND OUR LOCAL GUEST OF HONOR: J. A. KONRATH
Movies And TV Shows I Like:
Why watch TV when you can be a star at Love is Murder? Visit our website for contact info to be considered for a position as a panel member--but act NOW, 'cuz those panels are filling up fast! ATTENTION PUBLISHERS--we have a limited number of sponsorship opportunities for this year's 10 anniversary gala. Please see the website or call for more information.


The coolest crime scene happens every February in Chicago!

JOIN US on SuperBowl weekend for the 10th annual LOVE IS MURDER ON A DARK AND STORMY NIGHT, the Midwest’s own SuperBowl of Mystery Cons, at the Wyndham O’Hare Hotel, 6810 N. Mannheim Rd., near Chicago’s O’Hare Airport. LOVE IS MURDER is for readers, writers, librarians – any and all fans of dark fiction who enjoy sharing the “inside scoop” on favorite books and authors. And do we have some mysteries for you! From cozy to noir, from romantic suspense to mystery and thrillers, from historical to cross-genre fiction – we’ve got it all at LOVE IS MURDER.

CHECK OUT WHAT’S HAPPENING AT OUR 10TH ANNIVESARY BASH!
Fan friendly programs with favorite authors. Master writing classes conducted by Lee Child and Tess Gerritsen. A medieval weapons demonstration by Greg Mele of the Chicago Swordplay Guild. A martial arts demonstration by Kelle Riley. A cooking-with-poison demonstration by Agatha nominees Susan Smily and Honora Finkelstein. Novelist’s Boot Camp with Todd Stone. DNA and polygraph experts. Readings at Twilight Tales. A chocolate lovers’ tea party. A Saturday evening banquet. Editors, agents, booksellers, and specialty item booths. Plus lots of great food each and every day!!
FOR INFO OR TO REGISTER, VISIT LOVEISMURDER.NET OR CALL 847-891-6588

Love Is Murder Conference's Photos

Loading…

Love Is Murder Conference's Blog

Love Is Murder Conference

Public Speaking - Friend or Foe?

Many who know me know that speaking is not a favorite activity. But oddly enough, I do enjoy teaching. What's the difference? Preparation and subject matter. This past LIM was the first time I began speaking about my writing. I am long accustomed to doing presentations about being a young adult librarian. People always want to know how to attract teens to libraries. and what to do with them once teens come in to the library! But a big crowd still freaks me out. I was a guest lecturer at Dominic… Continue

Posted on March 21, 2008 at 2:24am —

Love Is Murder Conference

Working the Network

At LIM 2008, I met half of the fabulous writing duo Evelyn David. Rhonda Dosset was on the Cupid's Call romance panel, which was a really fun group. I've never spoken about romance where horses came up before... Rhonda invited me to guest blog on www.thestilettogang.blogspot.com. This was so much fun! Being a librarian, I strated thinking about books I want to write about. My husband said "You've got enough books around here." Bingo. I took pictures of my nightstand, which has about 50 books on… Continue

Posted on March 8, 2008 at 11:29pm — 2 Comments

Love Is Murder Conference

Inspired or Tired?

Can all writing projects be made into sellable art or should some just go away permanently? As I've been a reviewer for many years, I can sometimes spot when an author has pulled something out of a back drawer. I blasted someone in a review (and I rarely do that) who had written excellent YA then came out with a very bad one with outdated teen stereotypes - clearly this one was written a long time ago and the author thought no teens would notice? But sometimes this works: Evanovich, Sandra Brow… Continue

Posted on February 25, 2008 at 5:50am —

Love Is Murder Conference

Love to Write?

Happy Valentine's Day! I must say that while I do have a romantic and thoughtful husband it is our four year old who brings out the real joy in holidays like this one. He insisted on printing his name on his 30+ valentines for his preschool friends which took over an hour. He goes crazy for decorated baked goods, cards, little tokens of affection with hearts on them. It gets my husband and I geared up too.

This makes me think of my attitude towards writing. I have a friend who told me…

Continue

Posted on February 15, 2008 at 2:34am —

Love Is Murder Conference

Fabulous as Always

Did you enjoy yourself at LIM? I don't know how you could not, from great panels to a crimescene program with two savvy police officers, great meals, master classes, evening entertainment, self defense tips and more!

Those of you who heard me speak know I did indeed talk up teen literature to anyone who would listen. I really enjoyed my young adult panel with Harriette Robinet and Kim Sullivan on Friday. Harriette is always so smart and interesting with her Edgar judging and school vis…

Continue

Posted on February 7, 2008 at 9:36am —

Comment Wall (93 comments)

You need to be a member of CrimeSpace to add comments!

Join this network

At 8:34am on December 1, 2008, Dan Coleman said…
Hi, Folks,
Please have a free read of my P.I. murder mystery novel, FOUL SHOT, here on my page in pdf. It's set at the beach in North Carolina and involves the killing of a famous women's pro athlete.
At 7:24am on March 28, 2008, Harry Shannon said…
One of these years...
At 2:57am on December 29, 2007, Brian L Porter said…
Thanks for the invite, glad to come aboard. Tess Gerritsen is one of my personal favourites and she's been good enough to send me good wishes for the success of my Jack the ripper novel due out next year. A superb lady!
At 10:19am on December 24, 2007, Amanda le Bas de Plumetot said…

CLICK HERE FOR CHRISTMAS GRAPHICS

SANTAS CHRISTMAS LOUNGE
At 6:30am on December 10, 2007, Denis OLeary said…
Thanks for your invite. Denis.
At 1:26pm on December 8, 2007, Sarah M. Chen said…
Conference sounds great! Just met Lee Child at New England Crime Bake. Will seriously consider attending.
At 12:09am on November 7, 2007, Love Is Murder Conference said…
That's all folks! Many thanks to those who applied for consideration as panelists or moderators at the 2008 LIMCON. It looks like we're going to have a very interesting crew! Applications are now closed, but the next important deadline is 1 December, which is when the discount for early registration goes away. See you at LIMCON!
At 11:58pm on October 27, 2007, Love Is Murder Conference said…
The clock is ticking! If you wish to be considered for a position as a panelist or moderator at our 10th annual Love is Murder Conference/Convention, please answer our 2008 Call for panelists ASAP--deadline is 1 November 2007!
At 12:55am on October 26, 2007, Sean Chercover said…
I'm psyched about going to Love Is Murder. It's one of the friendliest conferences around. Had a great time in '06 (sadly had to miss '07) and can't wait for '08.

See y'all there!
At 8:07am on October 11, 2007, Craig McDonald said…
Thanks so much for the invite...Love so often IS murder.
 
 

About CrimeSpace

Daniel Hatadi Daniel Hatadi created this social network on Ning.

Create your own social network!

 

© 2008   Created by Daniel Hatadi on Ning.   Create your own social network

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Privacy  |  Terms of Service