Norwescon
Marta Murvosh is an experienced adult and teen librarian at Sno-Isle Libraries since January 2014, focusing on connecting teens and young adults with resources and programming, including STEM activities. In addition to volunteer work as a panelist at Norwescon and membership in the Washington Library Association, Marta has contributed freelance writing to Library Journal and School Library Journal, covering topics related to libraries and literature. Marta's prior roles include providing high-quality library services and technical assistance at Sno-Isle Libraries and working as a reporter for Skagit Valley Herald and The Salt Lake Tribune. Marta holds a Master of Library Science from Emporia State University and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Nevada, Reno, emphasizing teen and reference services and technology.
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Norwescon
Norwescon is the Pacific Northwest’s Premiere Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention and one of the largest regional Science Fiction and Fantasy conventions in the United States. While maintaining a primarily literary focus, Norwescon is large enough to provide a venue for many of the other aspects of Science Fiction and Fantasy and the interests of its fans such as anime, costuming, art, gaming, and much, much more. Norwescon features over 500 hours of panel programming, over 200 panelists specializing in fantasy, science fiction, science and more, the Philip K. Dick Awards, a 6,250 square-foot Dealers Room, Writers’ Workshops, a full masquerade, an art show, dances and more! Mission Statement: To promote science fiction, fantasy, horror, related fictional genres, and science through the written word, art, and educational programs, such as the holding of a yearly convention where the public is provided with the opportunity to hear noted writers, scientists, and educators speak on various aspects of the fields of science fiction, fantasy and science and to participate in discussions, displays, and lectures involving these fields. Norwescon believes that its mission is to provide to the public the opportunity to be educated on the latest trends in science fiction, fantasy, horror, and science, as science fiction in many cases becomes the science of the future. As one of the many consequences of doing this, Norwescon will uplift marginalized voices in our community and work to advance a more equitable, just society.