​Bouchercon® is the annual world mystery convention where every year readers, writers, publishers, editors, agents, booksellers and other lovers of crime fiction gather for a 4-day weekend of education, entertainment, and fun! In 2026. the convention will be held in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

Cathy will be attending, and is involved in several specific events (rooms to be confirmed):

PANEL: Wednesday, October 21, 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm - Best 2025 Humor Mysteries/Thrillers; What’s the funniest book you read last year? The panelists will have suggestions for books you may have missed. Moderator: Marty Ludlum. Panelists: Caro Ramsay, Lisa Harkrader, Cathy Ace, Rob Osler

PANEL: Friday 23rd October 09.00am Bold heroines who make bad decisions...but we love them anyway Moderator: Donalee Moulton. Panelists: Sheryl Clark, Faith Gardner, Cathy Ace

INTERVIEW: Friday 23rd October 1.45pm Cathy Ace will interview Guest of Honour Abir Mukherjee

INTERVIEW: Saturday 24th October 2.00pm Cathy Ace will interview Guest of Honour Vicki Delany

ON THE MAIN STAGE: Saturday 24th October 7.00pm Cathy Ace will be the Auctioneer for Live Auction at Anthony Awards