JordanCon is a Science Fiction/Fantasy literature convention founded in honor of Robert Jordan, author of the Wheel of Time. Taking place each April in Atlanta, GA, JordanCon is a tax exempt 501(c)(4) non-profit organization, whose proceeds benefit the Mayo Clinic.
JordanCon 2021 FAQ
Considering the Study of Dragons: A Book Review
A Natural History of Dragons: A Memoir by Lady Trent Written by Marie Brennan In July JordanCon is hosting Marie Brennan as the author Guest of Honor for 2021. For those who are not familiar with her work, she’s currently best known as the author of the Memoirs of...
Writers Track Slush and Workshop Submissions!
The Writers Track has opened submissions for our annual Friday Night Workshop and the JordanCon's Got Slush panel. Details for each below! Friday Night Workshop (Virtual) Because we are still social distancing, we are taking this year's Friday Night workshop 100%...
Charity Events Donations
Every year JordanCon features a Silent Charity Auction on Saturday for the Mayo Clinic. This year we’re moving back in with the Art Show and Dealer Hall. Our normal space is too small to maintain appropriate social distancing. The auction will run while the room is...
What We Know About the Show So Far (with GIFs!)
SURPRISE CONTENT DROP, Y'ALL!! It's me, your only favorite World of the Wheel Track Manager: James Starke. What, you've never heard of me? Well, allow me to give you an ACTUAL VERIFIED PICTURE: It me. When we were told that there was going to be content...
Fondant! The Play-doh of Cake Decorating
Work fondant like play-doh. The main thing is to get your head and hands into thinking “I can do this!” Play like a kid again making snakes, trees, hearts, swords, crown, or anything else you can think about.
Wanda…Wanda…Wandavision. Wandavision! with Tiff & John
Are you ready for the next phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Are you greedy for content from some of your favorite JordanCon track directors and guests? Well then do we have the panel for you! From the good offices and fertile imagination of Tiff, the JordanCon...
SanderTeen Reads – JordanCon Preview
Love Spensa, David, Joel, Alcatraz, and their associates? Tune in as the Sanderson track launches into discussing Branon Sanderson’s young adult and middle-grade works. The focus of the panel is on Skyward and Starsight, but elements of The Reckoners, Alcatraz vs...
Seven Stripe – Not A Stole – Scarf
No man may wear the Amyrlin’s stole. Fine. This isn’t a stole. It’s a scarf. Since there is no repeating pattern to the stitches so you can make your scarf with as many or few stitches as you want. If you want more length and can find longer needles I say go for it.
Writers Track: Never Have I Ever!
Writers Track Director Richard Fife hosts a writer-themed game of "Never Have I Ever" with authors Gerald L. Coleman, Faith Hunter, and AJ Hartley. Fun anecdotes and insights into the strange lives of writers ensue. Find the panelists at: Gerald L. Coleman...
Artist Interview with Charles Urbach
One of my favorite parts of JordanCon is strolling through the dealers hall and art show. You can feel the creativity in the air, and there are so many talented and inspiring creators to meet. For 20+ years Charles Urbach’s colored pencil work has appeared on book...
