Osprey Publishing are back at HISTORICON in 2008 with the latest in illustrated
military history from Black Hawk helicopters to British Napoleonic Infantry
Tactics. While final details are still being arranged there are plenty of new
initiatives from this popular publishing company to keep you interested. They
include:
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The latest updates on Field of Glory the new ancient and medieval wargaming
rules which launch this year
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Sneak previews of new and not yet published titles before anyone else sees
them
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Insights into online developments from Osprey set to deliver artwork and
information in a completely different way
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Daily competitions with prizes that include advance copies and books signed
by the authors and illustrators
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Sponsorship of the Best Osprey Campaign Series Competition for the third year running
This competition will be between gamemasters for the best presentation of a battle
at HISTORICON inspired by one of Osprey's Campaign series titles.
The winning GM(s) will receive a grand prize of TEN (10) Osprey books of their
choice, including books that are yet to hit the shops! To register your game,
please check the field of the GM Event Registration Form that it is an "Entry
in the Osprey Campaign Competition" (see link, for GM Event Registration
at left).
Osprey Insights: From Development to the Latest Publications
Richard Sullivan, Marketing Director, from Osprey Publishing will be hosting
a seminar to talk about the company in more detail and to give you some
sneak previews of new titles. Topics will include how Osprey makes their
publishing decisions, what is the best way to submit a synopsis if you
are interested in becoming an author, a chance to suggest new title ideas,
what their bestsellers are, who to contact with about new title ideas and
news on the latest online developments. Plus information on the new army
lists coming out in the Field of Glory series! (Fri. 1 PM)
Watch this space for the latest on opportunites to see Field of Glory
played at HISTORICON 2008.
