Crime Fiction Conference ... in Hawaii!

So check this out ... a crime fiction conference in Hawaii! Fabulous right! Best part is ... it's not until March 7 - 12, 2009 so you have lots of time to save up for it and book time off from your busy schedule. ;-)

Here's some of the details:

Left Coast Crime 2009 (March 7 - 12, 2009) on the Big Island of Hawaii.

Programming: There will be a forensic track like you've never seen before; an interactive track that includes special events, interactive panels and sessions including Birds of a Feather (small group discussions), and much, much more! The meetings will take place in conference rooms, at the bar, and on the beach. In addition to great mystery content, there will be special sessions devoted to the flora and fauna and culture of Hawaii.

Interested in programming? Panelists, session moderators and others will be on a first come, first serve basis. Let them know what and who you'd like to see and hear. Registered attendees should send ideas and requests to: LCC09Programming@aol.com.

Reading: Prepare for your visit to Hawaii by reading mysteries set there. Check out their list at http://www.leftcoastcrime.org/2009/hawaii_books.html.

Plan Now: The committee is planning trips three days before and three days after the convention, as well as some trips during the convention itself. These include Visit the Volcano, snorkel, see the Petroglyphs, and more. Plan to come early and stay late. Read the blog at http://www.sayalohatomurder.com.

Hotel: They've locked in great rates at the Marriott Waikoloa from March 4 - 15, 2009. The rooms are going quickly. Go to http://www.leftcoastcrime.org/2009/hotel.html.

Register: The convention fee is $200 until March 9, 2008. $225 after March 10, 2008.
Check out their website for more information and to register at http://www.leftcoastcrime.org/2009.

This looks pretty great if you ask me ... let me know what you think ... who's in??