Have you ever been to a convention for readers before? RodCon 2007 will be the first of its kind in the country and we’re very excited about it. This is most likely the first in a series of articles we will be doing on RodCon 2007 as we will make sure we let you know of developments the closer we get to the event date.

RodCon 2007 is a two-day literary convention from February 3 to 4 at the Hotel Intercon Makati, organized by Read or Die Inc. RodCon focuses on readers and the serious craft of reading. Here’s what you can expect from RodCon 2007:

• Panel discussions ranging from lectures to discussion groups to workshops to book signings and launchings. The panels are multi-track, which means they will take place continuously throughout the convention.
• Specially themed book exhibits of book genres or author collections.
• Screenings of movies based on books.
• Lotteries, free books, signed book auctions, quiz shows, a book bingo.
• A dealers room with booksellers ranging from your favorite bookstores to your neighbor’s garage sale.
• The first ever Pinoy Readers Choice Awards.

The convention seeks to bring together readers, writers, publishers, government and school organizations and book dealers to highlight the importance of reading and literacy in building an open world for every Filipino through books. All proceeds of the event will be donated to UNICEF in partnership with AHON Foundation.

For information on ticket prices and other details, please visit the RodCon website.