Monster Smash

Join HWA Colorado for Monster Smash as they discuss what is so darn attractive about monsters. Why would BigFoot and Mothman start gracing the covers of romance covers? And which monsters and why do our panelists find romanceable?

WHEN: Tuesday, Feb. 24, 8-9pm MST
WHERE: ZOOM

StokerCon 2026

Celebrating Ten Years! All the panels, workshops, presentations, and more you know and love!

WHEN: June 4- 7, 2026
WHERE: The Westin Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

My Bloody Valentine: Horror and Romance in Literature

Denver Horror Collective presents My Bloody Valentine: Horror and Romance in Literature on Saturday, January 31st. Join for an afternoon of readings and discussions on horror and romance in literature.

WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 31, 2-4pm
WHERE: Stanley Lake Library, 8485 Kipling St., Arvada, CO

Mile Hi Con

For sci-fi, fantasy, and speculative fiction lovers, it’s a weekend not to be missed. The convention will feature authors, artists, speakers, and programming on every aspect of the science fiction and fantasy genres. Catlyn will be participating in readings, moderating, and panels! Find her below:

● Fri. 3:30pm, The Regency: Reading by Catlyn Ladd 

● Sat. 10am, Boardroom C: Resources & Ideas for SF/F/H in the Classroom & Library  

● Sat. 1pm, Aurora 3 & 4: The Reading Game!

● Sat. 5pm, Conference 3: The Trickster's Journey

● Sat. 8pm, Conference 3: Challenge Panel–Worst SciFi/Fantasy/Horror roommate

WHEN: October 31 - November 2, 2025
WHERE: Hyatt Regency Aurora-Denver Conference Center, Aurora, CO

Colorado Festival of Horror - Sept. 2025

Find Catlyn at the Colorado Festival of Horror! She’ll be appearing on two panels: Feminism in Horror on Friday, September 12, and Monster Mash on Saturday, September 13. Don’t miss it!

WHEN: September 12 -14, 2025
WHERE: Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows, Lone Tree, CO