The celebrity list was strong, but lacked that one 'must-see' performer. While that hurt, it wasn't the sole reason for failure. #Entertainment #Marketing

A friend offered an unused booth at San Diego Comic-Con. I took it for the entire event and absolutely loved the experience. Sometimes, opportunity just shows up! #ComicCon #Conventions #Opportunity

Last year's Son of Monsterpalooza was a win! A table setup meant a lower break-even point, and being in the main hall brought in tons of traffic. Hoping for a repeat this year! #Monsterpalooza #Convention

In a bad economy, books are seen as luxuries. With rising production costs, selling them becomes a tough sell when people prioritize essentials like gas and food. #Publishing #Economy

Attending Monsterpalooza for 5 years, it was my first horror convention experience. #Monsterpalooza #HorrorConventions

Tim Curry's appearance at Son of Monsterpalooza last year may have been his last public outing. A truly huge moment for fans. #TimCurry #Celebrity

Dream sequences in books often rob stories of stakes by revealing it was 'just a dream.' This book shows how to use them properly, adding depth without diminishing reality. #WritingTips #Storytelling

Concerns arise if low profits at Son of Monsterpalooza this year stemmed from a decline in crowd draw. Vendors, including book sellers, experienced lower sales than in previous years. #ConventionBusiness #EventAnalysis #VendorSales

After hearing concerns about LA Comic-Con's potential size, a look at the official event app shows all three halls are currently in use. While some logistics remain fluid, it looks like a much bigger show than anticipated. #LAComicCon #ComicCon

After hearing concerns about LA Comic-Con's potential size, a look at the official event app shows all three halls are currently in use. While some logistics remain fluid, it looks like a much bigger show than anticipated. #LAComicCon #ComicCon

Shifting to online sales with a book funnel to boost income, especially with conventions becoming questionable. What can authors do to survive a bad economy? Let me know your thoughts. #AuthorLife #OnlineSales

Fuel prices are significantly impacting convention attendance. Hotels that usually sell out due to weekend stays are now seeing reduced bookings as people reconsider travel plans. #Convention #Travel #Economy