Fan Fiction: The Attack of the Mary Sues

What’s a fan who truly loves their fandom to do when the property itself just isn’t enough? Write your own stories based on the fandom, of course! In this workshop, we start by talking about the history of fan fiction in America, then move on to legal issues, critique, and how to develop your own fan fiction writing style. About the speaker Sarah Hodge-Wetherbe's dad took her to her first Star Trek convention as a child, sealing her future as a card-carrying geek. By day, she is a librarian in Springfield, MA. In her secret Identity as Geekgal, she tours New England, lecturing on various aspects of geek culture. She's performed for all types of venues, from the Norman Rockwell Museum to Anime Boston. Her favorite creature is Mothman, she takes her Earl Grey hot, and she hopes to retire to her very own hobbit hole someday. Accessibility Notice : We strive to make our events accessible. To request a disability accommodation and/or language services, contact the department listed in the "Contact Info" pane on the right. Please allow at least two weeks to arrange accommodation. Programming at the Boston Public Library is funded through private support. To learn more about supporting the Library, please visit the Boston Public Library Fund's website .