Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 11:49:01 -0500 Subject: [WSFA] Boskone From: Michael Walsh <walshmichaelj at gmail.com> To: wsfa-forum at yahoogroups.com, WSFA members <WSFAlist at keithlynch.net> Reply-To: WSFA members <WSFAlist at KeithLynch.net> Boskone 49 was pleasant, the weather was very un-Boston. Lots of friends to see, to talk to. Sold quite a few books, bought a bunch of the new Scalzi book "24 Frames into the future" published by NESFA. here's a lovely picture of author & book: http://whatever.scalzi.com/?s=boskone+24+frames . My copies are signed by John, I'll bring some to WSFA. The daily newsletter, Helmuth Speaking For Boskone, noted that 1200 + badges were distributed at the con. There were all of 2 open parties Saturday night. *sigh* Unfortunately John had to leave early Sunday due to the unexpected death of his father-in-law: http://whatever.scalzi.com/2012/02/20/michael-blauser-1945-2012/ Cat Valente seemed rather happy over the weekend ... now we know why, her WSFA Press book is up for a Nebula. Next year is Boskone 50. No guests announced yet. mjw