Gen Con is excited to host the Immigrant Welcome Center (IWC) as one of our two official charity partners for the 2026 convention. This partnership is particularly special as the IWC celebrates its 20th anniversary of providing support and advocacy for immigrants in Indiana. We chatted with Rachel Leininger to learn more about the IWC […]
Introducing Bryce Kho, the accomplished, fan-favorite, celebrated illustrator and artist handpicked to create the 2026 Gen Con program cover art. In this post, Bryce shares the creative inspiration behind his work, his crafty use of easter eggs, and what attendees will discover when they visit his booth at the Gen Con Art Show this summer… […]
Turn the page and discover the final collection of this year’s celebrated Writers Symposium authors… In this post, we are excited to introduce the fifth group of brilliant storytellers who will be heading to the Gen Con 2026 Writers Symposium this summer. Settle in and be ready to be inspired by the creative minds behind […]
Turn the page and discover the next collection of celebrated authors as our Writers Symposium series continues… In this post, we introduce a fourth group of brilliant storytellers who will be heading to the Gen Con 2026 Writers Symposium this summer. Settle in and learn more about the creative minds behind some of our community’s […]
Meet Carolyn Noe, the founder and visionary behind Super Heroines, Etc. (SHE), one of the official 2026 Gen Con charity partners. Read on to learn how she is using her powers for the good of the tabletop community and leading the charge to inspire advocacy and inclusion through gaming. What inspired you to establish Super […]
The story continues… In Chapter Two, we introduce another group of brilliant storytellers heading to the Gen Con 2026 Writers Symposium. Pull up a chair and be inspired by the creative minds behind the stories. Kelli Fitzpatrick What inspired you to become a writer, and how did you find your unique voice as an author? […]
Meet Andy, Bri, Celeste, and Cam, the visionary mavens and founders of Ladies of D&D, a San Diego-based collective of women who play tabletop RPGs with a passion for community, inclusiveness, friendship, and Dungeons & Dragons. How did Ladies of D&D initially come together? Bri: About a year into our home game, I was eager […]
We had the honor of working with artist Tinnel Lovitt on the 2025 badge art. In the spirit of Inktober, we asked Tinnel about the inspiration behind the badge art, her favorite Gen Con memory, and what it’s like being an artist in the tabletop gaming industry. How long have you been coming to Gen […]
The Writers Symposium brings together top authors, editors, and publishers for in-depth panels, workshops, and networking sessions that rival any dedicated writing convention. The Symposium is a fantastic opportunity to meet the minds behind the worlds you love — and maybe even discover your next literary obsession. We continue our exciting preview of this year’s […]
Get to know Megan Lara, the extraordinary artist behind the Gen Con program book cover art. How many years have you been showcasing your work at Gen Con? I’ve been fortunate enough to show my work in the Gen Con Art Show for six years (including this one)! I haven’t been able to attend since […]