A Queen City Mischief and Magic event celebrating the female heroes of young adult fiction in the post-Potter era. Presentations on The Hunger Games, Divergent, and more.

Schedule of Speakers:

5:30 Welcome and Introductions
5:35-6:05 “Strong Female Leads and the Adolescent Romance.” by Dr. Jenna Holt, Associate Prof. of Psychology, MBU
6:05-6:30 “The Terror of Tracker-Jackers: What does is mean to be hijacked?” by Dr. Louise Freeman, Prof. of Psychology, MBU
6:30-7:15 Keynote Address: “Why the Odds are Never in her Favor: Are Heroines just YA Fantasy?” by Dr. Lana Whited, Prof. of English and Director of the Boone Honors Program, Ferrum College.
7:15-7:30 Refreshment Break
7:30-8:00 “When in doubt, go to the library: Read-alikes for Hermione fans” by Lizzy Hill and Kayla Payne, Librarians, Staunton Public Library.
8:00-8:30 “When Factors Become Factions: Personality theory in Divergent.” Dr. Louise freeman, Prof. of Psychology, MBU.
8:30-9:00 “Hermione’s Legacy: Girls in modern YA fiction.” Panel and discussion with speakers.