Science fiction convention draws noted authors to Iowa
Public invited to a science fiction convention in Iowa featuring writers such as Joe Haldeman Greg Frost Bill Johnson Russ Madden Colleen Kobe and Kevin Randle. Readings and panel discussions, an art show and auction, and open tours Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. Tickets cost 17 dollars. children under 12 admitted free.
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Joe Haldeman
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Writers’ Workshop
Greg Frost
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Russ Madden
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Colleen Kobe
Mount Vernon
Kevin Randle
Cedar Rapids
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Science Fiction League of Iowa Students
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