Because the World Fantasy Convention was in the District of Columbia in 2003, there are far fewer photos from the annual event than I usually snap. Since I had to be in shape to drive home, I couldn't party into the wee hours of the morning, which (as every writer knows) is when all the truly fun stuff happens.
But there are a few interesting shots nonetheless ...
 Nicholas Kaufmann lives out his own personal world fantasy in the hotel bar on Halloween |
Julia Duncan, editor of The Write Course Web site, sees me coming and reaches for her pepper spray |
Professional wrestler Lance Storm came to the con to meet his favorite writers and promote his book club |
 Andy Duncan entertains an undead audience with a zombie story |
After his reading, Andy's adoring fans get him to sign books and blank checks |
Lou Anders had plenty to brag about, unveiling the revitalized Argosy magazine |
 Rob Stouffer (in a Mets cap) and Rebecca Maines (in a Cubs t-shirt) prove that opposites attract |
Christopher McKitterick and Kij Johnson look forward to a very good year |
Journalist Letitia Wells |
 John Kessel reads a story, even though he hasn't settled on a title yet |
John Kessel's rowdy audience, photographed in a rare moment of good behavior |
At the Tor Party, F. Paul Wilson seems slightly ashamed that only Steve Spruill received the black-tie memo |
Nattily garbed David Hartwell seems unimpressed by Steve Spruill's tuxedo |
 F. Paul Wilson may seem like a nice guy— |
—but this is what he really thinks of me! |