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Author-Reader Connections

One of the best things about Left Coast Crime is the chance to get to know your fellow readers and writers. But sometimes, during the excitement and flurry of activities, it’s not always easy to find time to meet your favorite writer. Author-Reader Connections provide an easy forum for readers and authors to enjoy some time together. These Author-Reader Connections are free, and in some cases may include some special benefits from the authors.

Click the Connection titles below for more details and to reserve your tickets. (Sorry about the ads, EventBrite isn’t nearly as nice this year! )

Only registered attendees may sign up for Author-Reader Connections. Fans may sign up for no more than two Connections and no more than one per Author. (Note: Authors new to LCC who didn't host this year are now encouraged to sign up for a Connection as a fan and see what this fun option is all about.)

Reservations for Author-Reader Connections are now closed.
You can remind yourself of the details by clicking the Connection title below, then scroll down on the EventBrite page and click “View all event details.”

Author Hosts: Reminder not to share your link on social media. If you do, non-attendees will reserve the free tickets leaving none for convention registrants resulting in a lonely time for you!

THE FINE PRINT: Your Left Coast Crime 2024 Name Badge will be required to participate. Author Connections are not official activities sponsored by Left Coast Crime, but are agreements between the participants. Participants assume the entire responsibility and liability for losses, damages, and claims arising out of injury or damage during Author-Reader Connections activities. Participants shall indemnify and hold harmless Left Coast Crime, and the agents and employees of the organization from any and all such losses, damages and claims.


Wednesday, April 10
 • Taco Time with Ana Manwaring
Wednesday, April 10, 2024, from 1:00-3:00 PM
 • Giggles, Games, and Gifts: Mischief Making with humor authors Becky Clark and Libby Klein
Wednesday, April 10, 2024, from 8:00-9:30 PM

Thursday, April 11
 • Screwball and Screwed Up Breakfast with Matt Coyle & Wendall Thomas
Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 7:30-8:30 AM
 • Travel Thrillers with Ushani Nanayakkara
Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 8:00-9:00 AM
 • Stash the Stiff with Vinnie Hansen
Thursday, April 11, 2024, from Noon-12:45 PM
 • Come Sit By Me: Cocktails & Gossip with John Copenhaver
Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 4:30-5:30 PM
 • Crime and Conversation (Lighthearted Murder to Gutsy Homicide) with J. C. Eaton and Julie Holmes
Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 4:30-5:15 PM
 • Cozy up with D.R. Ransdell for a Coffee Chat
Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 5:00-6:30 PM
 • Secrets of Hollywood with Ellen Byron and Marjorie McCown
Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 5:15-6:15 PM
 • Cozies, Cocoa, and Cookies with the Cozy Mystery Crew: Becky Clark, Ellen Byron, J.C. Eaton, Libby Klein, Vicki Delany
Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 8:30-9:30 PM

Friday, April 12
 • A Cozy Chat and Coffee with author Leslie Budewitz
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 9:00 - 10:00 AM
 • Coffee and Sweets with Robert Lopresti
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 10:00 AM - Noon
 • Filipino Treats & Thriller Twists with Jamie Lee Sogn
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
 • Lunch with best-selling author Matt Coyle
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 12:45-2:00 PM
 • Coffeeholics unite! with Libby Klein
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 1:30-3:00 PM
 • Picnic in the Park with Paty Jager
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 12:30-2:00 PM
 • Cheese Adventure with Stacie Grey/Daisy Bateman
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 3:00-4:00 PM
 • Drinks and Conversation with Carl Vonderau
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 4:00-5:00 PM
 • RAMBLE ON: ROCK 'N' ROLL DRINKS with Sarah Tomlinson
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 4:00-5:00 PM
 • Close-up Magic Show & Writing Discussion with Stephen Buehler
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 5:00-6:00 PM
 • To Live and Die in Eastern Washington with Colin Conway
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 5:00-6:30 PM
 • It's Five O'Clock Somewhere with Vicki Delany and Ellen Byron
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 5:15-6:15 PM
 • Drinks and Hijinks with the Chicks on the Case (and Dessert, too!) with Ellen Byron, Jennifer J. Chow, Becky Clark, and Leslie Karst
Friday, April 12, 2024, from 8:45-10:00 PM

Saturday, April 13
 • Hit the Bricks with Rosalie Spielman
Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 6:30-8:00 AM
 • Coffee with a Cop with Ellen Kirschman & George Cramer
Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 7:45-8:45 AM
 • Start the Day Stitching with Ellen Byron
Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 8:00-9:00 AM
 • CAFFEINE CONNECTION with Libby Hellmann & Max
Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 10:00-11:00 AM
 • Puzzle Break with Stacie Grey/Daisy Bateman
Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 11:00 AM - Noon
 • Top Plots at Top Pot with Claire Booth, James L’Etoile, and Elena Hartwell Taylor
Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 11:15 AM -12:30 PM
 • Drinks and Dog Talk with Margaret Mizushima and veterinarian Charles Mizushima
Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 5:00-6:00 PM
 • Spud Break with Rosalie Spielman
Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 5:30-6:30 PM
 • Go Off-Campus with Ellen Byron
Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 12:15-1:40 PM