vickey malone kennedy
Actor / Panelist Guest / Writer
vickey malone kennedy, AKA vck, claims to be a writer of science fiction, fantasy, and paranormal romance. She actually spends most of her time rewriting her own stories, editing other people’s stories, and judging story-writing contests. vck is a former president of Oklahoma Writers’ Federation, Inc.; former editor-in-chief for 4RV Publishing; and a co-founder of Rose Rock wRiters. She has won numerous writing awards including the Darrell Award for Best Mid-South Short Story, the OWFI Crème de la Crème Award, and 1st Place in Genre Fiction in Writers’ Digest 85 Annual Competition. vck is a retired nurse, a full-time writer, a full-time granny, and a part-time actress represented by BK Talent Agency.
Twitter: @ladyvck
Instagram: lady_vck
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vickey.m.kennedy
Website: http://www.vickeymalonekennedy.com/
Friday, June 7, 2019 1:00 p.m. | Location: Sooner A
Creating a Short Story: Harder than You Think
There are many paths to the peak of the mountain, says an old proverb. Authors discuss what works for them, and share common stumbling blocks to avoid when crafting short stories.
Panelists: Lou Antonelli, J.H. Fleming, vickey malone kennedy, Michelle Muenzler, Sue Sinor
Tracks: Writing & Publication
Tags: Panel
Friday, June 7, 2019 2:00 p.m. | Location: Oklahoma G
Character Building Exercises
Some characters spring forth, fully realized as Athena. Others might be throwaways, or that guy who annoyed you in high school. Panelists share tips and techniques for keeping characters real and memorable.
Panelists: Catherine Cooke Montrose, Carolyn Kay, vickey malone kennedy, Shayla Raquel, Christina Stiles, Craig Wolf
Tracks: Writing & Publication
Tags: Panel
Friday, June 7, 2019 8:00 p.m. | Location: Oklahoma G
Yard Dog Roadshow
Join the crew from Yard Dog Press as they offer their usual brand of comedy.
Panelists: Selina Rosen, Tim Chessmore, Sherri Dean, Linda L. Donahue, Phillip Drayer Duncan, Rhonda Eudaly, Tim Frayser, James Hollaman, vickey malone kennedy, Lee Killough, Julia S. Mandala, Ethan Nahté, Bradley H. Sinor, Sue Sinor, Laura J. Underwood, Mel. White
Tracks: Writing & Publication, Performing Arts
Tags: Performance
Friday, June 7, 2019 9:30 p.m. | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
SoonerCon @ Midnight: Worst Book Ever
Join us in the hotel bar as intrepid writers lay on their best purple prose to create titles and openings for the Worst Book Ever, hosted by Larry "Dr. Trek" Nemecek! (Supplies provided.)
Panelists: Larry Nemecek, Phillip Drayer Duncan, Dan Erickson, vickey malone kennedy, Ted Pennella, Rook Riley, Kim Ventrella
Tracks: Writing & Publication, Gaming
Tags: Panel
Saturday, June 8, 2019 9:00 a.m. | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Fountain
Koffeeklatch
Join panelists in the hotel breakfast area for intimate conversation. BYO coffee, please.
Panelists: Capt. Sean MacTaggart, David Carrico, Kimber E. Chessmore, Hazel Conley, Linda L. Donahue, Phillip Drayer Duncan, John Eads, Shai Fenwick, J.H. Fleming, Tim Frayser, Caleb Haldane, Chelsea Haldane, Rubiee Tallyn Hayes, Nick Johnson, Bekah June, Carolyn Kay, Chaz Kemp, vickey malone kennedy, Lee Killough, Melinda LaFevers, Michael R. Martin, Caleb Masters, Tim Morgan, Michelle Muenzler, Kathleen M. O'Brien, David "Oak" Rice, Joey "Okie Space Queen" Rodman, Sir William Rothmeyer, Sissy Space, Seth Skorkowsky, Terry Southard, Tex Thompson, Haileigh Todd, Kim Ventrella, E.T. Wardwell, Mel. White
Tracks: General Interest, Food & Drink
Tags: Meetup/Networking
Saturday, June 8, 2019 1:00 p.m. | Location: Oklahoma G
Endgame, and the Future of the MCU
Discuss the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the year's exciting new additions to the franchise and what Endgame means for the future of some of our favorite superheroes.
Panelists: Dr. Marc DiPaolo, Phillip Hollecker, vickey malone kennedy, Ethan Nahté
Tags: Panel
Saturday, June 8, 2019 7:00 p.m. | Location: Embassy Hotel: Interior Courtyard - Atrium
Literary Beers
Join panelists in the hotel for lively conversation. BYO beverage, please.
Panelists: Kevin J. Anderson, Alexandra Bohannon, David Carrico, Sherri Dean, Dr. Marc DiPaolo, Phillip Drayer Duncan, Dan Erickson, J.H. Fleming, Tim Frayser, vickey malone kennedy, Julia S. Mandala, A. Lee Martinez, Caleb Masters, Dr. Laura-Isobel McCall, Ethan Nahté, Kathleen M. O'Brien, Eric Osborn, Cary Osborne, Ted Pennella, Rook Riley, Adrian Simmons, Wm. Mark Simmons, Tex Thompson, Brian Trent, Kim Ventrella, Toni Weisskopf, Mel. White, Adam J. Whitlatch
Tracks: General Interest, Food & Drink
Tags: Meetup/Networking
Sunday, June 9, 2019 3:00 p.m. | Location: Oklahoma B1
Build Your Own "Choose Your Ending" Story
Our panelists discuss the nefarious and often emotional media that is the Choose-Your-Own Adventure, while writing one!
Panelists: David "Oak" Rice, vickey malone kennedy, Julia S. Mandala, Kim Ventrella
Tracks: Writing & Publication, Gaming
Tags: Workshop