Save the date! Virtuous Con, has announced its preliminary line up for their 4th Annual science-fiction and comic culture convention launching February 23 – 25, 2024. The virtual event, themed “The Future is Ours” is dedicated to celebrating independent Black artists and creators worldwide.
Preliminary special guests for the Black HIstory Month event include:
- Tananarive Due, Award-Winning Author and Producer of ”The Reformatory” and “Horror Noire”
- Victor Lavalle, Award-Winning Author and Producer of ”The Changeling” and “Lone Women”
- L.L. McKinney, Award-Winning Author of “Nubia: Real One”, “A Blade So Black”
An ardent champion for independent creators within the realms of science fiction, fantasy, and comics, Murphy responded to the challenges faced by her creative colleagues, especially those from BIPOC backgrounds, during the COVID-19 shutdowns by establishing Virtuous Con in 2020.
Virtuous Con takes place yearly in February Celebrating Black History month. The con is a virtual floor show that celebrates Black creatives. Four virtual “floors” that feature Indie artists, authors and vendors dedicated to science fiction, fantasy, comic books, anime, and more in a live interactive virtual space. Complete with virtual “booths” where vendors interact live with attendees about their products.
Secure your early bird tickets for Virtuous Con at the exclusive price of $18.00! Early Bird tickets are available for purchase on Friday, November 17th, starting at noon, and ends on December 15th.
Source: Graphic Policy
