The PopFic Collective welcomes authors TJ Alexander, Anna Burke, Felicia Davin, moderator Fin Leary, and Karmen Lee. These creative leaders are known for writing dimensional, nuanced queer characters that give readers the representation we need in fiction. Each panelist has followed their own writing and publishing path, with journeys that range from independent publishing to small press to traditional.

In this panel, they’ll discuss how they’ve built communities, published work, and connected with their audiences. They’ll also share practical steps that helped them reach their goals, and discuss the importance of the people and organizations who supported them along the way.