MORE THAN MALICE
JULY 14th - 17th 2021
We are excited to share some details about More Than Malice!
More Than Malice is a crime fiction festival designed to fill the void left when the 2021 live Malice Domestic had to be cancelled. More Than Malice is not intended to be a recreation of the standard Malice Domestic in virtual format; rather it is a new entity designed to bring together a unique collection of invited authors exploring every avenue on the crime fiction map.
We will be revealing more confirmed invited authors each week. We are so pleased to welcome:
More Than Malice is a crime fiction festival designed to fill the void left when the 2021 live Malice Domestic had to be cancelled. More Than Malice is not intended to be a recreation of the standard Malice Domestic in virtual format; rather it is a new entity designed to bring together a unique collection of invited authors exploring every avenue on the crime fiction map.
We will be revealing more confirmed invited authors each week. We are so pleased to welcome:
MORE THAN MALICE Q & A
What is MORE THAN MALICE?
When the pandemic necessitated cancelling the in-person Malice Domestic in 2021, the Board of Directors was left with a decision. Rather than not having any event for the second year in a row, they decided it would be a good opportunity to try something new. MORE THAN MALICE was born.
MORE THAN MALICE is a virtual crime fiction festival designed to fill that void by allowing our community to gather in a virtual environment for a fun and informative weekend. It is not intended to be a recreation of the typical Malice Domestic convention in virtual format.
When is MORE THAN MALICE and how much does it cost?
MORE THAN MALICE will be held virtually (online) July 14th-17th. The cost for the entire festival is a very reasonable $60.00.
How do I access the panels?
Everyone who is registered for More Than Malice will receive login details in July, before MTM begins. We will make sure this is emailed, shared, posted, and reminded multiple times so all attendees are aware of how to access the panels and festival before MTM begins.
What exactly is a crime fiction festival?
The festival format is popular in the United Kingdom. On the surface, a festival works much like most other crime fiction events: there are panels of authors discussing a myriad of topics, interviews between authors, and special events with wide appeal. The primary difference is that panelists are invited to participate by the organizers.
How were the invited authors chosen?
The Malice Domestic Board looked at the surveys collected after the last few in-person conventions and compiled a list of authors our audience has expressed an interest in seeing. Because of the virtual nature of the event, it was possible to obtain the participation of authors for whom the live event would be impossible. The Board took a “big tent” approach; our goal with MORE THAN MALICE is to make sure the entire breadth of the crime fiction community is represented while also working within the confines of a condensed event.
How many panels will there be?
While the schedule is still being confirmed at this time, attendees can plan on around 20 panels and several special event activities across the weekend. Recordings will be available for cases where viewers have a conflict and wish to watch later.
What about the Agatha Awards?
The Agatha Awards will be presented during a live event on Saturday evening, concluding the MORE THAN MALICE weekend. There will be Agatha Award nominee panels posted leading up to the MORE THAN MALICE weekend and those will be open to the viewing public – not just MORE THAN MALICE attendees. However, you must be registered for MORE THAN MALICE to vote for the 2021 Agatha Awards. Voting will be conducted before MORE THAN MALICE begins, so please register early.
Can other authors who are not on panels still participate?
Yes, there will be two sessions of author speed-dating – one on Wednesday night and one on Thursday night – which will allow for 100 authors to present their book(s) to the viewing audience. Authors on a MORE THAN MALICE panel will not be eligible for this event. Agatha Award nominees who are not on another panel will be able to participate in the speed-dating event. Since we anticipate that interest will exceed the 100 available slots, a lottery will determine which authors participate. You must be registered to submit your interest for the speed-dating. The link for that can be found here.
The Board also hopes that the panels compiled across the weekend will be of interest to both fans and fellow authors. This is a time to celebrate our entire community by joining in fellowship and unity.
Will there be a program book?
Yes, there will be a downloadable PDF version of the standard program book. Ad space is available in this program, and more information can be found on our website here. Also, Sponsorship opportunities are plentiful, so please reach out to Joni Langevoort to find out more about those options.
Will Regular Malice be back next year?
Absolutely. The typical Malice Domestic convention we all know and love will return in glorious fashion in 2022, when hopefully we can put these last few challenging years behind us. We do hope that the new audience we reach with MORE THAN MALICE will join our annual family reunion in Bethesda, Maryland, making Malice Domestic stronger than ever.
When the pandemic necessitated cancelling the in-person Malice Domestic in 2021, the Board of Directors was left with a decision. Rather than not having any event for the second year in a row, they decided it would be a good opportunity to try something new. MORE THAN MALICE was born.
MORE THAN MALICE is a virtual crime fiction festival designed to fill that void by allowing our community to gather in a virtual environment for a fun and informative weekend. It is not intended to be a recreation of the typical Malice Domestic convention in virtual format.
When is MORE THAN MALICE and how much does it cost?
MORE THAN MALICE will be held virtually (online) July 14th-17th. The cost for the entire festival is a very reasonable $60.00.
How do I access the panels?
Everyone who is registered for More Than Malice will receive login details in July, before MTM begins. We will make sure this is emailed, shared, posted, and reminded multiple times so all attendees are aware of how to access the panels and festival before MTM begins.
What exactly is a crime fiction festival?
The festival format is popular in the United Kingdom. On the surface, a festival works much like most other crime fiction events: there are panels of authors discussing a myriad of topics, interviews between authors, and special events with wide appeal. The primary difference is that panelists are invited to participate by the organizers.
How were the invited authors chosen?
The Malice Domestic Board looked at the surveys collected after the last few in-person conventions and compiled a list of authors our audience has expressed an interest in seeing. Because of the virtual nature of the event, it was possible to obtain the participation of authors for whom the live event would be impossible. The Board took a “big tent” approach; our goal with MORE THAN MALICE is to make sure the entire breadth of the crime fiction community is represented while also working within the confines of a condensed event.
How many panels will there be?
While the schedule is still being confirmed at this time, attendees can plan on around 20 panels and several special event activities across the weekend. Recordings will be available for cases where viewers have a conflict and wish to watch later.
What about the Agatha Awards?
The Agatha Awards will be presented during a live event on Saturday evening, concluding the MORE THAN MALICE weekend. There will be Agatha Award nominee panels posted leading up to the MORE THAN MALICE weekend and those will be open to the viewing public – not just MORE THAN MALICE attendees. However, you must be registered for MORE THAN MALICE to vote for the 2021 Agatha Awards. Voting will be conducted before MORE THAN MALICE begins, so please register early.
Can other authors who are not on panels still participate?
Yes, there will be two sessions of author speed-dating – one on Wednesday night and one on Thursday night – which will allow for 100 authors to present their book(s) to the viewing audience. Authors on a MORE THAN MALICE panel will not be eligible for this event. Agatha Award nominees who are not on another panel will be able to participate in the speed-dating event. Since we anticipate that interest will exceed the 100 available slots, a lottery will determine which authors participate. You must be registered to submit your interest for the speed-dating. The link for that can be found here.
The Board also hopes that the panels compiled across the weekend will be of interest to both fans and fellow authors. This is a time to celebrate our entire community by joining in fellowship and unity.
Will there be a program book?
Yes, there will be a downloadable PDF version of the standard program book. Ad space is available in this program, and more information can be found on our website here. Also, Sponsorship opportunities are plentiful, so please reach out to Joni Langevoort to find out more about those options.
Will Regular Malice be back next year?
Absolutely. The typical Malice Domestic convention we all know and love will return in glorious fashion in 2022, when hopefully we can put these last few challenging years behind us. We do hope that the new audience we reach with MORE THAN MALICE will join our annual family reunion in Bethesda, Maryland, making Malice Domestic stronger than ever.
About malice
Established in 1989, Malice Domestic is an annual fan convention that takes place each year in Maryland, just outside of Washington, D.C. Malice celebrates the Traditional Mystery, books best typified by the works of Agatha Christie. The genre is loosely defined as mysteries which contain no explicit sex, or excessive gore or violence.
Malice Domestic Ltd. is a non-profit corporation 501(c)(3) with tax-exempt status, was incorporated in 1992, and is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The Malice Domestic name and logo are trademarked.
Malice Domestic Ltd. is a non-profit corporation 501(c)(3) with tax-exempt status, was incorporated in 1992, and is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. The Malice Domestic name and logo are trademarked.
