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2026 Schedule

LoveLitCon will take place Valentine’s weekend, February 13–15, 2026.

Day 1
Arrive and explore beautiful San Diego. Meet up with friends. Registration starts at Noon. The Bookstore & Vendor Marketplace open for the afternoon. Drop in on the first few Panel Sessions. An Opening Night Party unites us all.

Friday, 13 February 2026

  1. FedEx Store open

    Office supplies & shipping needs
    7:00am to 5:00pmFriday

  2. Registration Desk open

    Photo ID required
    12:00pm to 7:00pmFriday

  3. Vendor Marketplace open

    Shop bookish merch and services
    12:00pm to 5:00pmFriday

  4. Bookstore open

    Operated by Barnes & Noble
    12:00pm to 5:00pmFriday

  5. Panel Session 1

    Session 1
    2:30pm to 3:15pmFriday
    • welcome

    LoveLitCon 101: Start here! A Beginners Guide and Welcome Kick off the weekend, meet part of the team, get the lay of the land, and learn everything you need to make the most of your LoveLitCon experience. From navigating the venue and our weekend schedule to soaking up every moment of romance bookish fun. Panelists: LoveLitCon Staff, LoveLitCon RepsLoveLitConLoveLitCon

  6. Panel Session 2

    Session 2
    3:45pm to 4:30pmFriday
    • future authors

    From Manuscript to Market: Guidance for Aspiring Romance Writers Join us for a informative spin through the publishing journey — complete with hard-won lessons, insider tips, and plenty of encouragement for anyone dreaming of bringing their own swoon-worthy stories to life. Panelists: Karina Halle (moderator), K. L. Parsons, Meredith Schorr, Nadia Pupa, Rachel HolmKarina HalleK.L. ParsonsMeredith SchorrNadia PupaRachel Holm

    • swinging door

    How the Door Swings: Writing Open vs. Closed Door Romance Let’s talk spice levels, reader chemistry, and why it matters whether we invite the reader through the door or tease them with unwritten implications. Panelists: Tanvier Peart (moderator), Chelsea Curto, Mia Hopkins, Sheryl Lister, Sophie SullivanTanvier PeartChelsea CurtoMia HopkinsSheryl ListerSophie Sullivan

  7. Dinner time (on your own)

    Options available in and outside the hotel
    4:30pm to 7:30pmFriday

  8. Opening Night Party

    Dress as your favorite character
    7:30pm to 9:30pmFriday
Day 2
Kick off our second day by enjoying breakfast and the Opening Keynote. Afterward, we’ll break out for two Panel Sessions, then the first Author Signings will fill out the afternoon. Get comfy and crafty at a surprise evening social.

Saturday, 14 February 2026

  1. Registration Desk open

    Photo ID required
    7:00am to 6:00pmSaturday

  2. Breakfast

    Included for Authors, Narrators, Event Assistants, & all Attendees
    8:00am to 9:30amSaturday

  3. Bookstore open

    Operated by Barnes & Noble
    8:00am to 5:00pmSaturday

  4. Book Check open

    Leave books and go hands-free
    8:00am to 5:00pmSaturday

  5. Quiet Room open

    Stop in for a temporary escape from the noise
    8:00am to 6:00pmSaturday

  6. FedEx Store open

    Office supplies & shipping needs
    8:00am to 4:00pmSaturday

  7. Opening Keynote

    Katherine Center
    9:00am to 10:00amSaturday
    Katherine Center Katherine Center

  8. Vendor Marketplace open

    Shop bookish merch and services
    10:00am to 5:00pmSaturday

  9. Panels Session 3

    Session 3
    10:30am to 11:15amSaturday
    • mental health

    Love and Light: Romance, Resilience, and Mental Health Explore the celebration of love in Romance stories and illuminate the profound role a good headspace plays in creating and enjoying authentic, resilient relationships, both on the page and in real life. Panelists: Allison Raskin (moderator), Addie Woolridge, Jeannie Choe, Julie OliviaAllison RaskinAddie WoolridgeJeannie ChoeJulie Olivia

    • paranormal

    The Science of Supernatural Love: Making the Unreal Feel Real How do writers of paranormal, fantasy, and speculative romance ground the magic in relatable emotion and context? Panelists: Lauren Billings (moderator), Ellie Palmer, S.T. Fernandez, Shaylin Gandhi, Stacey Marie BrownLauren BillingsEllie PalmerS.T. FernandezShaylin GandhiStacey Marie Brown

    • pop culture

    Meet-Cutes & Memes: Pop Culture’s Role in Contemporary Romance From TSwift to TikTok—let’s dig into all the pop, and how it inspires and influences our favorite stories. Panelists: Lisa Rayne (moderator), CB Lee, Falon Ballard, Laura Taylor Namey, Mona ShroffLisa RayneCB LeeFalon BallardLaura Taylor NameyMona Shroff

  10. Panels Session 4

    Session 4
    11:45am to 12:30pmSaturday
    • spice

    Hot, Heavy, and a Little Problematic: Spice, Sex, and Morally Gray Conundrums Unpack the allure of morally gray love interests and spicy storylines while navigating the line between fantasy fulfillment and problematic portrayals. Panelists: Elizabeth Stephens (moderator), Andrea Andersen, Kayla Grosse, Neely Tubati Alexander, Roxie NoirElizabeth StephensAndrea AndersenKayla GrosseNeely Tubati AlexanderRoxie Noir

    • diversity

    Love in Every Shade: Diversity & Representation in Romance Examine and amplify the importance of authentic voices, inclusive storytelling, and the ways representation continues to shape the genre we love. Panelists: Joss Richard (moderator), Ananya Devarajan, Elle Wright, Miranda Sun, Victoria LumJoss RichardAnanya DevarajanElle WrightMiranda SunVictoria Lum

    • comedy

    Swoons and Snickers: The Art of Happily Ever Laughters From witty banter to comedic chaos, explore how laughter makes romance richer, more relatable, and ridiculously fun. Panelists: Laura Piper Lee (moderator), Adib Khorram, Kirsty Greenwood, Lindsey Kelk, Susan LeeLaura Piper LeeAdib KhorramKirsty GreenwoodLindsey KelkSusan Lee

  11. Lunch time (on your own)

    Options available in and outside the hotel
    12:30pm to 2:30pmSaturday

  12. Early Entry: Author Signing #1

    Attendees with Early Entry tickets
    1:30pm to 2:30pmSaturday

  13. Author Signing #1

    For all Attendees & Vendors
    2:30pm to 5:30pmSaturday

  14. Dinner time (on your own)

    Options available in and outside the hotel
    5:30pm to 8:00pmSaturday

  15. Saturday Night Pajama Party

    Come cozy · activities TBA
    8:00pm to 10:00pmSaturday
Day 3
Let’s do breakfast together again, followed by the Closing Keynote and more Panel Sessions, plus a second set of Author signings in the afternoon. Visit our Bookstore and hit the Vendors one more time before the event concludes!

Sunday, 15 February 2026

  1. Registration Desk open

    Photo ID required
    7:00am to 3:30pmSunday

  2. Breakfast

    Included for Authors, Narrators, Event Assistants, & all Attendees
    8:00am to 9:30amSunday

  3. Bookstore open

    Operated by Barnes & Noble
    8:00am to 1:00pmSunday

  4. Book Check open

    Leave books and go hands-free
    8:00am to 5:00pmSunday

  5. Quiet Room open

    Stop in for a temporary escape from the noise
    8:00am to 5:00pmSunday

  6. Closing Keynote

    Christina Lauren, in conversation with Susan Lee
    9:00am to 10:00amSunday
    Christina Lauren Christina Lauren

  7. Vendor Marketplace open

    Shop bookish merch and services
    10:00am to 5:00pmSunday

  8. Panels Session 5

    Session 5
    10:30am to 11:15amSunday
    • genres

    It’s Complicated: Sorting Out Romance Genres Demystify romance shelves of what we’re reading and writing, and find what you love faster. How are Authors shifting to deliver on the promise of a book (tone, spice, tropes, and endings) across sub-genres? Panelists: Jenna Levine (moderator), Amy Award, Bailey Hannah, Elle Cruz, Mallory MarloweJenna LevineAmy AwardBailey HannahElle CruzMallory Marlowe

    • romantasy

    Epic Quests, Epic Kisses: Exploring Romantasy’s Explosive Growth From star-crossed lovers to sword-wielding heroes, dive into the fusion of epic world-building and unforgettable romance that dominates bestseller lists and hearts alike. Panelists: Jennifer K. Lambert (moderator), Angela Montoya, Eva Leigh, Nicole Platania, Sarah Hawley, Sienna HarlowJennifer K. LambertAngela MontoyaEva LeighNicole PlataniaSarah HawleySienna Harlow

  9. Panels Session 6

    Session 6
    11:45am to 12:30pmSunday
    • lgbtqia

    Love Without Limits: Queer Romance Across Genres Celebrate the boundless creativity of queer romance as we explore how love stories across every genre are expanding representation, reimagining tropes, and redefining happily ever afters. Panelists: Ella Dawson (moderator), Adib Khorram, Emery Lee, K. Elle Morrison, Kate HawthorneElla DawsonAdib KhorramEmery LeeK. Elle MorrisonKate Hawthorne

    • neurodivergence

    Neurospice and Love: Connecting with Neurodivergent Stories and Leads A heartfelt discussion on the beauty of love through the unique lens of neurodivergent characters and storytelling in romance fiction. Panelists: Amari Nylix (moderator), CB Lee, Leanne SchwartzAmari NylixCB LeeLeanne "L.A." Schwartz

  10. Lunch time (on your own)

    Options available in and outside the hotel
    12:30pm to 2:30pmSunday

  11. Early Entry: Author Signing #2

    Attendees with Early Entry tickets
    1:30pm to 2:30pmSunday

  12. Author Signing #2

    For all Attendees & Vendors
    2:30pm to 5:00pmSunday