Talking Trek at the Library of Congress

Discussion in 'Trek Literature' started by Greg Cox, Mar 11, 2013.

  1. Greg Cox

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    Sorry for the last-minute notice, but I'll be speaking on the subject of media tie-in novels at the Library of Congress in Washington DC this week. Details below:

    "Star Trek, Superman, & Beyond: Exploring the Myriad Worlds of Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Superheroes" by Greg Cox.

    Thursday. March 14, 2013.
    Noon.
    Library of Congress
    Pickford Theater, LM-302
    Madison Bldg.
    101 Independence Avenue SE
    Washington, DC 20559
     
  2. Thrawn

    Thrawn Rear Admiral Premium Member

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    What time?
     
  3. Greg Cox

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    Oops. Fixed that above.

    Thanks for catching that!
     
  4. Thrawn

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    Bummer. I'd definitely have come if it was after work. Can't really miss a day of teaching for it.

    Have fun though, that's awesome!
     
  5. Garrovick

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    Wish I could make that, but it's a bit of a trip from where I'm at... Sounds like a very interesting chat, plus I'd probably have to try to get an autograph :cool:
     
  6. Gaith

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    Dangit, I'll be close by but can't skip out on work either. :(
     
  7. Sci

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    I might be able to make there before work. We'll see!
     
  8. Gaith

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    ... Surely a late afternoon happy hour feat. Mr. Cox is called for?! :)
     
  9. Greg Cox

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    Honestly, I'm not sure how the day is going to play out. I gather there will be some schmoozing and hobnobbing after I speak, and possibly a tour of the Library, but beyond that I'm just playing it by ear . . . .
     
  10. Gaith

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    Well, if you're free after 4pm, I for one'd be honored to share a pint with some fine fellow BBSers... anyone else? :)
     
  11. teacake

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    Break a spine Greg :D
     
  12. Relayer1

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    It's a bit of a distance ftom England, so I doubt I'll make it - sorry. :)

    Podcast ?
     
  13. JD

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    Damn, I wish I could go. It sounds like fun, but I live on the other side of the country.
     
  14. Caretaker

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    I work at the library, so I plan to attend. Unfortunately, after I'm done, it's off to grab a quick lunch and then back to work.
     
  15. Patrick O'Brien

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    Can we watch on Cspan? I get Cspan1, 2, and 3:)
     
  16. Chi'pok

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    Hello Mr. Cox: I attended the lecture today. Very informative; it was great to learn about the process of writing novels; thanks! I was the person who held up the copy of To Reign in Hell (I was in the back); unfortunately, I also had to leave before the end because I had to go back to work; so I was not able to introduce myself afterwards. Apologies. Like Caretaker, I work at the Library. All the best, and again congrats; it was very well attended. Chi'pok aka Peter
     
  17. Caretaker

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    Greg - I really enjoyed your talk. All the stories and examples were fascinating. And hearing it directly from you, I see how proud you are of your Khan/Eugenics Wars trilogy. Plus I also enjoyed the look at the art of writing novelizations.

    I do have one question: You aren't tired of writing movie novelizations after all the (extra) effort you put into dealing with The Dark Knight Rises and Man of Steel?
     
  18. Greg Cox

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    Glad you both enjoyed the lecture. I had a great time in DC and enjoyed my tour of the Library after the presentation.

    And, Caretaker, that's all part of the adrenaline rush of doing Great Big Movie Tie-Ins! :)