VR= Vendor Room (Salons F, G and H), AA1 = Main Hall between Lobby and Restrooms, AA2 = Hall in front of Salons A, B, C. Booth assignments are subject to change up until the day of the convention.
22nd Canvas – Art channeled from collective consciousness that’s crafted with love, where every stroke holds the power to heal. Each colorful and unique piece captivates the gaze, inviting viewers to uncover their own story within. Through layers of meaning and unseen energies, our art reveals that there’s always more than meets the eye — a reminder that the invisible holds infinite possibilities. Find him online at 22ndcanvas.com. VR Booths: 1, 2
Arte of the Booke – Leather journals, scrolls, writing supplies, and wax seals – everything a spellcaster might need! Find them online at www.arteofthebooke.com. VR Booth 36
Atelier in April – Original and fanart, featuring various merch such as Hohkai Star Rail, Genshin, Monster Hunter, Pokemon, Danmei, Vtubers, Vocaloid, Arknights, Pikmin, Katamari damacy, Bubble bobble, Ib, Hades, Splatoon, Demon Slayer, cute animals, sea critters, cats, landscape art and more! Find her online at www.atelierinapril.com. VR Booths: 54, 55
Atlantis Games & Comics – Your one stop shop for all your tabletop gaming needs! We have a huge selection of board games, trading card games, tabletop role playing games, and gaming accessories. We also have a great selection of collectibles! Find them online at www.atlantis-comics.com. VR Booths: 9. 10, 11, 12
Atypically Creative – Chainmail and Scalemail Jewelry and Costumes. Find them online at acdestash.com. AA2 Booth 17
Ben Farthing – Ben writes supernatural horror. He’s best known for the surreal novella ‘I Found Puppets Living In My Apartment Walls.’ Find him online at TheDreadFarthing.com VR Booth: 33
Blue Dahlia Publishing – Specializes in urban fantasy and thrillers. Our merch department creates fantasy based book merch. Find them on Facebook! VR Booth: 32
Brandi Dise – Author of “Under My Skin: Bones and Midnight”, available on amazon. AA1 – Booth 2
Brian Lacy Art – A visionary artist and writer, Brian Lacy is fueled by an unstoppable passion for comic books, action figures, and the electrifying power of storytelling! His creativity stretches as far as the never-ending line at the DMV on a Saturday morning, and he thrives on uniting people through the magic of narratives. Brian’s journey has been one of relentless self-discovery—honing his craft, pushing boundaries, and setting imaginations ablaze with his work. His self-published books, *The Elusive Shot*, *Justar*, and the highly acclaimed collaboration project, *The Avandrus Theory*, continue to captivate audiences. Stay tuned for his latest releases, announced through his social media—follow @BrianLacyArt on Instagram and Facebook to witness the magic unfold! AA1: Booth 6
BrittanyDinosaur – A craft shop with handmade nerdy home decor, fidget toys, dice bags for your next tabletop game session and more! Find her on etsy at brittanydinosaur.etsy.com VR Booth: 48
Cake Lady Desserts – Provides delicious desserts for your enjoyment, ranging from cookies to cupcakes brownies and more. Follow us on Instagram @cakelady5 AA2: Booth 2
Cherubun’s Craft Corner – Sells anime, kawaii and nerd themed headbands, scrunchies, and jewelry!!! AA2: Booth 4
Comfort Kingdom LLC – We are Comfort Kingdom, a couple of neurodivergent creators who seek to create an escape from the stresses of life.
We are a brand-new business that raised over 200K on our first ever crowdfunding campaign for our original plush line! Our most popular line are our “DrAAeam Keep Dragons”, which are highly detailed lovable round Dragon plush that are made with neurodivergent plush lovers like us! Find us online at comfortkingdomconapps.carrd.co/ VR Booths: 13, 14, & 15
Cornpicker Art – D&D and anime inspired prints, stickers, tote bags, ballpoint pens, scrunchies, and at-table commissions. AA2: Booth 5
Creative Dabblers – Handmade layered wood art, D&D metal dice sets, D&D pocket watches, keychains and more! Find her on Facebook at Creative Dabblers! VR Booth: 44
Creative Power Productions, Inc – Dr. David Tucker, his life mirrors his novels, a combination of experiences as a homeless construction worker facing injury and death, a research scientist specializing in intelligent systems, a pilot and world traveler immersed in African cultures and wars, all fused together by a passion for science fiction and fantasy. VR Booth: 38
David Somerfleck – David is the author of “One Grain of Sand,” which is the first book in the science fiction “Shards of a Shattered Sky” trilogy set in a dystopian near-future. Find him on amazon. AA2: Booth 03
Daydream Games – We’re Daydream Games, home of the Daydream Games Board Game Society Program. We provide a monthly board game subscription service featuring board games from small creators and smaller publishers. We work directly with the game creators to help get their games to a larger audience by shipping their games to subscribers across the country. Find us online at Daydream Games. VR Booths: 5, 6
Dee Armstrong – Writes knee-melting Romance & mind-bending Mystery novels sprinkled with ghosts and humor. She’s a mother, a booklover, a tea addict, a black belt, & a gardening ninja. She served as a Russian Linguist in the Air Force. Now, her passion is telling stories. Dive between the pages of one of Dee’s novels and let her characters leave a fingerprint on your heart. Dee’s newest release, Haunted by a Broken Oath, is a Killer Nashville Claymore Top Pick. Private Investigator JD Wolfe is haunted by the ghost who drove her mother insane. Haunted by the crime scene where she finds a military hero swinging from a rope. Haunted by the Oath she made to find two boys before they disappear forever. Find her online at DeeArmstrong.com. AA2: Booth 14
dEMONCH | monch+Kins Atelier – Multidisciplinary practice spans illustration, garment design, and accessory creation, often blending elements of fashion and fantasy to construct immersive visual narratives. Whether she’s designing garments, crafting accessories, or illustrating storybook worlds, her work seamlessly merges the whimsical with the wearable. With a unique eye for storytelling and a background in both art and fashion, she brings imaginative realms to life—one enchanted creation at a time. Find them online at monch+kins Atelier AA2: Booth 9
Divergent Realms – An inclusive tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) company that creates safe, supportive spaces for neurodivergent players. At our vendor table, we will be promoting our professionally moderated online games and subscription services, as well as selling general tabletop merchandise such as dice, card game accessories, and other TTRPG-related items. Our goal is to raise awareness of our community while offering fun, high-quality products that appeal to both new and experienced gamers. Find them online at http://www.divergentrealms.com/ VR Booth: 26
DreamPunk Press – An independent press centered in Norfolk, Virginia that publishes mostly speculative fiction (sci-fi, fantasy, horror and mixed genres) novels and novellas, including books for children. We publish two versions of every title, one in a traditional font (deja vu) and one in a dyslexic friendly font (open dyslexic). Find them online at www.dreampunkpress.com. VR Booth: 46
Duchess of Sparkle Jeweled Emporium – handcrafted gender inclusive whimsically colorful pieces perfect for your inner fairy. Find her on Facebook at Duchess of Sparkle! VR Booth: 47
FilzyHans Art – Painting, keychains, prints, buttons, and more! Find her on Instagram at: filzyhans VR Booth: 42
Forn Bath & Beauty – a small Body Care & Candle company local to Virginia Beach, and everything is crafted by hand out of a home workshop by our small team of 3 lovely ladies! We make all our offerings from the highest quality, sustainably sourced organic ingredients available. Creating clean, natural, & nourishing products for your hair, face, & body is our passion and each and every item is made with so much love, joy, & a touch of magick! Please feel free to visit our website at http://Www.Forn.Love or email us at Contact@Forn.Love for more info! VR Booth: 49
Geek Fandoms NC – Sublimation items & handmade jewelry. VR Booth: 16
Grace Gemini – A returning favorite, Grace is a second-generation reader of Tarot with 52 years of experience. Grace is also an ordained Interfaith Minister through the Universal Life Church. AA2: Booth 08
Hometown Go – Welcome to HOMETOWN GO! Enjoy the art stylings of John Greenwood and Angela McKendrick! Find them online at HometownGo.com and Facebook: HometownGo. AA1: Booths 13, 14
In Touch Bodywork by Liz Berthold – Chair massages from professional massage therapists. Find Liz on Facebook at InTouchBodywork. Her booth is located just off the lobby. Lobby near AAI.
James Blakey – James is the author of the paranormal thriller SUPERSTITION (Book one of the Secrets of Van Buren University) and three short story collections: THE CAT WHO LOVED DAVID DUCHOVNY, FAST TIMES AT SPIRO AGNEW HIGH, and THE FIVE PEOPLE YOU MEET IN ATLANTIC CITY. He is a three-time finalist for the Short Mystery Fiction Society’s Derringer Award, winning in 2019 for his story “The Bicycle Thief.” James is also the publisher and co-editor of CHARLOTTESVILLE FANTASTIC: ARCANE ECHOES FROM VIRGINIA’S HEARTLAND, an anthology featuring speculative tales set in and around Charlottesville, and its companion volume SHENANDOAH VALLEY FANTASTIC (Releasing in February 2026). When not crafting stories, James explores the outdoors having summited forty of the fifty US state high points, or embarks on bike-camping adventures along the East Coast. He resides in Broadway, Virginia. Discover more at JamesBlakeyWrites.com. AA2: Booth16
Kahn’s Better Health – carriers a variety of Metaphysical items including crystals, wool handmade items, and more! Take a sneak peak at www.kahnsbetterhealth.com! We can’t wait to see you at MarsCon! VR Booth: 43
Kathryn Louise Wood – The author of a 3-book Middle-Grade Supernatural Mystery series that combines true history with the spooky fun of ghost stories. My novels feature a seventh-grade girl living on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. 12-year-old Zephyr Stone has her first supernatural experience in the Great Dismal Swamp, where she encounters the 300-year-old ghost of a Native American woman who asks for her help in finding her lost child. Think “Young Nancy Drew” meets “Ghost Whisperer.” Published by Blue Ink Press, the books are: Zephyr Stone and the Moon Mist Ghost, Zephyr Stone and the Haunted Beach House, and Zephyr Stone and the Frosty Phantom. Find her online at www.KathrynLouiseWoodAuthor.com AA1: Booth 3
Kilted Jeweler – Specializes in beautifully handcrafted chainmail jewelry, blending the ancient art of chainmail with modern style. From stunning necklaces and bracelets to eye-catching earrings and custom creations, our pieces are made with care, attention to detail, and a touch of Scottish heritage. Whether you’re a lover of intricate metalwork, looking for a bold statement piece, or in search of the perfect gift, Kilted Jeweler has something special for you. Find them online at www.kiltedjeweler.com, https://www.facebook.com/KiltedJeweler, @TheKiltedJeweler (Instagram), @kiltedjeweler (TikTok). VR Booths: 3, 4
Korrine Maher Designs – Traditional pop culture artwork. Best known for her Starry Night vs Transportation series. Find her on etsy. VR Booths: 27, 28
Krafty Bufferfly Creations – Provides custom props for your cosplay experience. We also provide the extra touches for your tabletop gaming. Find them on Facebook at Arts, Crafts and Treasures Galore. VR Booth: 39
Kree Sullivan – Kree is a YA author, passionate gamer, and monster lover. She grew up in New Jersey where she gained an appreciation for both the deep dark woods and the deep dark ocean. She holds a master’s degree in creative writing from Johns Hopkins University. Her debut book, Blackblood, was published in April 2025 by Tiny Ghost Press. Find her online at KreeSullivan.com. AA1: Booth 12
M.M. Rees – M.M. Rees was raised on fantasy and sci-fi television, movies, and, most importantly, literature. An avid reader in her early years, she discovered a love of writing in childhood that carried through to her adult life. Her fantasy romance novel, The Oracle’s Journey, is her debut as an author and she is presently working on its sequels. Find her online at https://linktr.ee/mmrees. VR Booth: 34
Magical Mysteries – Fairy Hair Sparkles – Fairy Hair is my passion, and that passions shines through in every client we have the pleasure of Sparkling! We create a magical Fairy Salon and Fairy Hair experience for all our clients, making them feel like they’ve stepped into a whimsical fairy tale. Using only the finest quality materials to adorn your hair, our meticulous care and attention will have you will feeling Sparkly and Dazzling by the end of your session. Our Bubble/Rave Braids are a wonderful option for those who wish to add pizzazz to their look on a non-permanent basis. We have a wonderful variety of colors and styles to choose from. To sign up for your Fairy Hair Appointment in advance (and earn two extra FREE strands) look for the sign-up link on our Facebook page on the pinned post! Or call 443-570-3851 for “human” help! AA1: Booth 14
Merchant of Many Things – The Merchant of Many Things is dedicated to providing a welcoming and memorable experience while customers explore an exciting collection of LARP goods from around the world. My favorite phrase is “feel free to play with all the weapons!” and I encourage play time at every event. Find them online at www.tmofmt.com or on Facebook.com/tmofmt. VR Booths: 18, 19, 20, 21
Niveym Arts LLC – Publishes speculative fiction that asks big questions, including Entheóphage, and all three books in The Founder’s Seed trilogy: Fallen (Book 1), Broken (Book 2), and Driven (Book 3). Find out more about our books by visiting niveymarts.com for blurbs, and a book trailer. AA2 Booth: 1
Oakley’s Gently Used Books – For more than 30 years Oakley’s Gently Used Books has served the Virginia sci fi/fantasy community. First as a bookstore on Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall( 20+ years) and then at a few conventions each year. We carefully select our inventory of sci fi/fantasy, history, mythology and special interest to fit the convention’s theme. We bring collectibles and good reading copies to help you find your next good read. Find us online at oakleysusedbooks.com VR Booths: 52, 53
Otaku United Studio – Anime, video game and pop culture art. Pillows, buttons and more! Follow her on Instagram. AA2 Booth: 11
Once Upon A Queer Publishing – a boutique press made up of neurodivergent and queer creators that focuses on LGBTQ fantasy. Our first book, Stolen Histories, is out, and our second novel is on the way. We will be giving away some small merch and playing a few chance games for people who buy or pre-order our books. Find them online at www.onceuponaqueer.com. AA2: Booth 10
Parece Publishing – A self-published author of fantasy and horror (with science fiction on the way!), and his books have been finalists in both the Independent Author Awards and National Indie Excellence Awards. Find them online at www.martinparece.com. VR Booth: 51
Pendragon Cove Press – Kim Iverson Headlee has been a critically acclaimed author since 1999 and a student of Arthurian lore for more than half a century. In 2016 she became the first author to publish a sequel to any of Mark Twain’s novels, and _King Arthur’s Sister in Washington’s Court_ enjoyed copious praise and sales rankings. Now Queen Morgan le Fay—the only major character Twain did not kill off—reprises her majestic glory and hilarious hijinks in _King Arthur’s Sister the Once and Future Queen_. Find her online at kimberlyiverson.com VR Booth: 40
Richard C. White – Richard is a writer of varying genres, but mostly specializes in fantasy, fantasy noir, science fiction, and pulp. He’s written original works as well as doing media tie-in writing for various franchises such as Star Trek, Doctor Who, Gauntlet Dark Legacy and others. When not writing, Richard also is one of the members of SFWA’s Writer Beware committee, helping new (and not-so-new) authors avoid unpleasant publishing experiences. Find him online at Richardwhite.com or on Facebook at Author Richard C White. VR Booth: 36
Rowan Worth – Romance, Suspense, and a touch of paranormal or otherworldly heat! Rowan Worth writes suspense, paranormal, and science fiction with a large dose of romance. Find her online at rowanworth.com. AA2: Booth 13
S.K. Ehra – An author of fantasy, horror, and all that lies between. Find her online at skehra.com. AA2: Booth 15
S.M. Sykes – Writes dark, immersive tales where survival is uncertain, trust is fragile, and danger hides in every shadow. His award-winning Blue Series blends post-apocalyptic sci-fi and horror in a saga of alien spores, collapsing civilization, and the fight to hold on to hope. He also delves into twisted fantasy with The Blood Stained Bricks, reimagining folklore, myth, and magic with a sinister edge. His short fiction appears in multiple anthologies, delivering atmospheric, character-driven stories with teeth. Find him online at S.M. Sykes Author | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | Linktree VR Booth: 17
Shadow Pages Press – Welcome to the Shadows! I’m Lee Alexander, dark fantasy & gothic horror author. Dive into Shadows of the Past: The Damien Blackwell Chronicles—a tale of curses & secrets. More stories coming soon! Join me for dark tales & adventure. Find them online at www.shadowpagespressllc.com AA1: Booth 5
Shindig Entertainment – Gifts for Geeks: Art/Jewelry/Pins/Custom figurine scenes/custom Hats/Games/Game Supplies/Journals/Journaling supplies/Cosplay supplies & more. Find them online at Shindigentertainment.biz VR Booth: 29
Shottsy Arts LLC – Multi Award winning fantasy wire artist and illustrator. Selling handmade wire sculptures, prints, enamel pins, and original paintings. Find him online at Shopshottsyarts.com. AA2: Booth 6
Spoogies – Creates cute artwork! Some original works and some fanart works. She loves drawing indie animations and indie video games. Currently working on an analog horror animated series called the cursed ones on YouTube. Find her online at: ko-fi/spoogiemcwooty. VR Booth: 41
Tabitha’s Trinkets and Treasures – Chelley is a lifelong multimedia artist who artistically creates unique tabletop gaming accessories that defy conventional norms. If you’re looking for a unique handmade gift you’ve come to the right place! Whether your desire is a unique glasses chain, some dice, a DnD dice holder dagger or a dice jail, Chelley’s artistic offerings have something for everyone. Offerings are always expanding and collection inventory changes frequently. Find her online at Tabitha’s Trinkets and Treasures VR Booths: 24, 25
The Stitch Dimension – She is excited to return to Marscon! We’re selling high quality handmade storage and accessory items for your needs. We use pop culture inspired fabrics to create your favorite book covers, zip pouches, and more. We look forward to seeing you! Find her on Etsy at TheStichDimension! VR Booth: 50
Tiffanie Havenar Designs – Original art and buttons. Find her online at Tiffanie Havenar Designs. AA1: Booth 4
Tonezee – The art of nerdcore rapper “Tonezee”. A multimedia artist, specializing in nerd culture fan art. AA2: Booth 7
Up and Out Illustration – Find us online at upandoutillustration.com. AA1: 10
Wayland Smith – Wayland is a pan-authorial writer, with novels and short stories in many different genres. He hopes people will enjoy the variety of stories he has to offer. Find him online at WaylandSmithAuthor.com. AA1: Booth 11
Whimsy and Wonder Publishing – H. J. Harding is the author of the ‘Moonlit Memories’ series, the ‘Hyde Chronicles’, and the stand alone epic fantasy, ‘Those Who Go Do Not Return’. She lives between the states of Chaos and Confusion with occasional stopovers in Virginia. Sometimes she even updates her website at www.hjharding.com. AA2: Booth 01
Words by Edward – Edward Swing writes science fiction and fantasy books that will bring you to fantastic worlds and adventures! Find him on amazon. AA2: Booth 12