Letter from the Chair When you really consider the vast scope of what we set out to discuss here at LTU&E, the mind boggles. The purview of this symposium, now cele- brating its 29th year, encompasses every discipline to some degree. But who are we to feel that we can even begin to comprehend it all? Surely only folly or hubris would drive us to such an undertaking. Far be it, actually. When you work with science fiction and fantasy you push the limits of the imagination, you engage in thought experiments that probe the foundations of human experience, and you wrestle with life, the universe, and everything. That’s why, for nearly three decades, students and faculty have labored to bring together great minds to further serious academic discussion of specu- lative fiction—and have some fun while we’re at it, I hope. Whether you’re a professional or an amateur, a scholar or an enthusiast, a presenter or a participant, we’re glad you’re here. We can’t do this without the support of many people. Personally, I’d like to thank my fellow committee members, many of whom knew much more than I about organizing this event, and all of whom were invaluable to this effort. We’d like to thank our faculty advisor, Eric Fielding, for helping us over- come some tricky obstacles that arose while planning this year’s symposium. Thanks also to Steve Keele for a beautiful poster graphic and Jess Smart Smiley for the program book cover art. As all of our returning attendees and guests can tell, we’ve changed ven- ues this year. We’re very excited to be here in the Harman building, and we express sincere gratitude to the staff of Conferences and Workshops who have helped us to put together this event, and on rather short notice, too. They have been a great asset to us, and we hope that this and subsequent symposia held here will be a success and run smoother than ever before thanks to their efforts. So, without further rambling on my part, welcome to Life, the Universe, & Everything XXIX. We hope everyone will find it both enjoyable and illuminating. Thank you for being part of such a wonderful tradition. T. 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(woab) 45 ipf Indoor Practice Facility .......... c, d /12 92 wp Wyview Park and ............. a, b /2–4 46 iwra Intramural Recreation Area . .a, b /4–6 Central Building (wpcb) C D E F G H I J 15 15A complete interactive campus map is available online at http://map.byu.edu. abcdefghijkl Contents Ettiquette with the Pros 4 Parking Guests of Honor As a guest of BYU, and to help you James Dashner 5 enjoy your stay, please remember that Steve Keele 7 disability stalls, dean and official stalls, Special Guests 9 service stalls, red curbs, etc., require Participating Guests 11 special permints. Parking in any of Grid Schedule 15 these stalls without the proper permit will result in a parking citation. Please Listing of Events 21 remember that timed stalls are enforced Readings/Book Signings 28 for the time posted.BYU ConferenceAcknowledgments Center back cover Main Level Floor Plan North 2255 Mail Office Covered Patio Telephones LOBBY Entrance Entrance 2297B Vend. 2256 2262 Telephones Food Prep. Food Prep. Registration Area 2265 2254 2258 2260 2297A Auditorium BYU Conference 2295 2267 Center Stage 2294 2286 2269 Cust. Media Center Rest Rooms Elev Rest Rooms 2287 2285 2283 2279 2277 Lower Level Floor Plan Auditorium Stage 1181 1179 1171 1169 1161 1159 1151 1195 1193 1189 1187 Office Offices Offices Offices Entrance Entrance Rest Rooms Elev Rest Rooms 1188 1184 1176 1172 1164 3 Etiquette with the Pros One question any symposium-goer inevitably asks is, “How do I talk to authors and artists?” Getting to know them takes a few common sense rules of etiquette that will make the experience enjoyable for both of you.