About LoveLitCon

LoveLitCon is a one-of-a-kind romance reader convention created to celebrate everything we love about romance literature and the vibrant community behind it.

Backstory

Group of women at a table during a Flock event at Disneyland.

Since 2018, we’ve been hosting conferences in various cities around the U.S. as FLOCK. Under that umbrella, we created spaces for content creators to gather together, gain knowledge in social media strategy, and grow their brands and online presence. We thrive when planning and managing events, facilitating the movements and interactions of large groups, and crafting unforgettable experiences for our participants and attendees.

For the past few years, we’ve dreamed of diving deep into our passions. Our cofounders, Cam and Emelia, are avid readers, consistently devouring books, comparing notes and reactions. As huge romance fans, we’re evolving into one big yearly romance convention. One that gathers as many romance authors, readers, and fans as possible for a whole weekend of bookish fun, and in one of our favorite cities… sunny San Diego.

Cam and Emelia, cofounders of LoveLitCon and Flock, sitting in front of a wall of flowers

Our team

Cam Bowman
Cofounder she/her

Cam spent her early adult life flying the friendly skies as a flight attendant and working in recruiting for Google. She brings expertise in marketing, leadership, public relations, and organizational skills. She is lifelong romance book enthusiast and still proudly claims her Reader of the Year title from 8th grade.
Emelia Cellura
Cofounder she/her

Emelia brings experience in event planning, business operations, and social media strategy. As an avid reader and book enthusiast, Emelia shares her literary journey with her followers, blending a love for stories and community with her innovative approach to every project she undertakes.
Brandi Riley
Programming she/her

Brandi is an Oakland-based writer and storyteller who celebrates Black women’s experiences through personal essays and creative writing. She brings expertise in email marketing, systems development, and digital communications, creating organized and engaging experiences for the community.
Alicia Kerr
BizDev she/her

Alicia Kerr is an avid reader, business strategist, owner of Allie Studio, and a prolific, free-flowing generator of ideas and energy. A 30-year sales executive and entrepreneur, she is excited to combine her love of the literary world and business experience to help elevate the attendee experience at LoveLitCon.
Michelle D. Garrett
Vendors she/her

Michelle brings extensive expertise in customer and employee relations, client resolution, hospitality leadership, and employee payroll. Her background in customer service, communication, and vendor management makes her well-suited for coordinating vendors and managing social media strategy.
Flavia Vazquez
Social Media she/her

Flavia’s grandmother taught her how to read when she was just three years old. She is a book dragon, collector, and an avid reader of all things romance and fantasy. Her favorite book is The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue. She loves going to bookish events and meeting (and fangirling with) other readers.
Tahnika Rodriguez
Volunteers she/her

Tahnika went from corporate America to bookaholic! Her one constant through everything is her love of volunteerism. As a busy wife and mother, she devours all forms of reading: physical copies, eBooks, and audiobooks. If she had to choose a favorite author, she’d say, “yes!” because she loves them all!
Michelle Prater
Marketing she/her

Michelle is a seasoned marketing and brand management strategist with diverse experience in corporate and government sectors. She has directed marketing and comms for huge brands including Markstein Beverage/Anheuser-Busch, Cal Expo & State Fair, Best Buy, and the Sacramento Kings.
Doug Bowman
Design he/him

Doug is a graphic and digital designer, developer, and speaker. In a past life, he led design teams for Bay Area tech at Twitter, Google, and Wired. Now, he runs design, tech, and operations for several small companies. He likes to pursue projects that provide a profound, lasting impact and value.
Reggi’e Webster
Operations she/her

Reggi’e (reh-ZHAY) is a self-directed professional with a passionate commitment to education and content creation. She has a background in education, computer science, and technology. She has been growing social media accounts for Girl Scouts, Bossin Clothing, and Flock.

Code of Conduct

By purchasing a ticket to attend, agreeing to participate in, volunteer for, or work at any of our events, you agree to read in full and abide by this Code of Conduct for the entire duration of each event at which you are present.

LoveLitCon is a regularly-occurring, open, inclusive event that respects and values all individuals regardless of ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or lack of any of these. As the host, we want and intend the event to be a safe and enjoyable experience for all who come…

Full Code of Conduct

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I participate as a Panelist?link to this question

We’d love to add you to our list of potential Panelists. If you think you have something relevant and useful to share with LoveLitCon attendees, please use our Panelist interest form. We often prefer authors and speakers with prior speaking experience and a proven track record of delivering interesting material to a crowd. But we also sometimes try out less experienced public speakers. Especially true if you have a really good idea and how it connects with our romance audience.
How many people will be at LoveLitCon?link to this question

2026 will be LoveLitCon’s first year. For our inaugural event, we want to keep the size and feel of the event manageable. We are anticipating just over 1,000 people for 2026. Following years will likely grow at a reasonable rate.
Can I volunteer at LoveLitCon?link to this question

Yes! Volunteers are an integral part of helping large events run as smoothly as possible. We will be accepting Volunteer applications approximately six months prior to the event. A form will be posted on our website and announced on our social accounts.

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