Registration is open as of January 20, 2026! Please check with your school librarian for more information.
When you complete your registration form, you will be asked to choose the workshop sessions that you want to attend. All workshops have limited seats, so you will need to choose multiple sessions to ensure you get something you will enjoy. You can find all of the workshop descriptions below.
Meet keynote author Maggie Stiefvater and discuss her work further in a small group. All students at Litcon will receive a copy of The Raven Boys graphic novel; no book will be given out in this session.
Meet author Rocky Callen. You will receive one free book by the author which you may get signed that day.
Meet author Dr. Tony Keith, Jr.. You will receive one free book by the author which you may get signed that day.
Meet author Olivia Worley. You will receive one free book by the author which you may get signed that day.
Meet author Lakita Wilson. You will receive one free book by the author which you may get signed that day.
Meet author and illustrator Sarah Myer. You will receive one free book by the author which you may get signed that day.
Engage in the art of story development using Story Dice as a tool for creative expression. Explore the art of documentary storytelling with Dustin Harrison-Atlas, an experienced screenwriter and producer, who also teaches creative writing for APEX Arts.
Unlock the joy of reading with a handmade collage bookmark featuring a handy pocket for your personalized book tracking sheet! Keep track of your reading journey, jot down thoughts, and remember the titles that captured your heart.
Thinking about publishing your own comic one day? If so, this panel is perfect for you! Join Michael Torma, the Senior Sales Manager from Oni-Lion Forge Publishing Group, as he shares his knowledge about the exciting world of comic publishing and sales. Don't miss this chance to get valuable tips for your writing journey!
Curious about how books are made? This hands-on beginner workshop introduces the basics of bookbinding, from materials and tools to simple binding techniques. Participants will learn foundational skills and create a small bound piece to take home. Perfect for curious creatives, student writers, and book lovers looking to explore the art of bookmaking—no prior experience required.
Do you love K-pop? Do you love trivia? What about K-pop trivia? Can you identify a song just by the choreography? What about your bias’s favorite color? Or books related to K-pop or Korean culture? Come test your knowledge of boy and girl groups or just come to learn more about some of the biggest groups in K-Pop!
Join us for anime-based activities including opening music trivia, guessing shows based on bad descriptions, and “who would win a fight” debates! Whether you are an outrageous Otaku or a fledgling fan, all are welcome to participate in these activities. Stickers and giveaways will be part of each session!
Play book-related games and win free books! No special knowledge is required, and everyone will walk away with 1 free book of their choice from the available selection. Have fun and compete with your fellow book lovers for prizes and bragging rights.
Choose from hundreds of books and accessories to create your own personalized miniature bookshelf. Use your style and imagination to create a keepsake that’s perfectly tailored to your personality and interests.
As a member of the Hawkins AV club, you are distraught to hear that your friend Will has gone missing. Upon closer examination of the evidence in the file, you realize that Will is trying to communicate with you from the Upside Down. Can you decipher his messages, and get him back to the portal before it closes for good?