everything but the girl

I've been on sidekick-only for most of the last week, between traveling and playing catch-up and dealing with a dead car battery and the related radio replacement, so I have a stockpile of Things To Pimp related to cons, book seven, contests and challenges!

In no apparent order:
Prophecy 2007
If you're going to the con, consider entering the wizarding talent competition! Form a wizarding rock band, do some magical stand-up comedy, perform some magic tricks - get creative!

Whether you're going or not, if you're an artist, check out the Call for Art that glockgal just announced! Fantasy, magic, whimsical art, crafts - basically, anything that's 2D or 3D, and creative is welcomed in the Prophecy Gallery!

And because of the announcement of the DH release date, they've extended the Call for Papers through the middle of next week. I've presented at Lumos, TWH and Nimbus, and it's been one of the most amazing and dynamic aspects of each con for me. If you have an interest in a topic, lead a round table. If you have expertise in something, present a paper. Either way, you can also organize or offer to be on a panel, too! Remember - cons can only present topics that have people to, er, present them! So why not let it be you?

SpellCast
There's a new episode of SpellCast Readings (formerly SpellCast Creativity) available, featuring Steve reading Asinus ad Lyram by Ylime, and a special episode focused on the upcoming release of Deathly Hallows, featuring George Beahm, author of Fact Fiction & Folklore in Harry Potter, as well as the Muggle's Guide.

You can download both eps via our website or on iTunes, and please vote for SpellCast at PodcastAlley (no relation) if you like the shows!

FictionAlley
Remember to see what your OTP is for our February Valentine's Day challenge!

I think I may need to write this:
TomRiddle is afraid of GranLongbottom

Valentine's Day OTP Challenge
from Fictionalley & TheRogue.net

Sectus
We're still looking for a podcast play that will be performed/recorded live at Sectus! You can write something new, or adapt a fic you've already written - and please comment if you have any questions.

Phoenix Rising
There's only a few days left to submit fanart for the From Fan to Fandom Challenge based on this prompt:
A Phoenix Moment: A phoenix moment is a moment in the Harry Potter series, real or imagined, when someone displays one or more traditional traits of the phoenix, whether transformation, loyalty, heroism or something else. The moment and the interpretation are up to you, as is your medium.
Create some magic, and submit it here!

As we approach the 10th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, it's time to reflect on all the Harry Potter phenomenon – books, films, and fandom – has become.

It began with a prophecy...and in 2007 the legendary tale will come full circle. Thus, HP Education Fanon, Inc. is very pleased to announce:

Prophecy 2007: From Hero to Legend will take place in Toronto, Canada, August 2-5, 2007. Hotel and registration information will be available soon.

Our first international event, Prophecy 2007 will encompass a number of elements, including formal programming with a focus on the development of the series and the fandom over the last ten years, along with HPEF traditions such as wizard sport, a quest, a gallery, film viewings, and some new surprises, such as the Hall of Reflection, where attendees can reflect on the past ten years with Harry Potter.

Our principal organisers for Prophecy 2007 are Vishaya Naidoo, Suzanne Fossey, Madeleine Beaupre, and Camille Kelly. Additional information about volunteering is available at the Yahoo!Group, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Prophecy_Headquarters/

Members of the Prophecy 2007 team will be at Lumos to answer questions, accept registrations, and take volunteer contact information. Join us to remember, to reflect, and to realise what is yet to come!

Prophecy 2007: From Hero to Legend is produced under the auspices of HP Education Fanon, Inc., an educational non-profit (501(c)3) organisation committed to producing high-quality events that combine a professional and academic focus with the spirit of the Harry Potter series for scholar and fan alike. This event is unofficial and is not endorsed by Warner Bros., the Harry Potter book publishers, or JK Rowling or her literary agents.

For regular updates, add the event LiveJournal:
http://community.livejournal.com/prophecy2007/profile

MySpace: http://groups.myspace.com/Prophecy2007