LegendHaven is the online fiction convention where readers and writers meet to celebrate the power of story, swap ideas, and make real friends. Founded and hosted by Dominic de Souza and powered by the LegendFiction community, LegendHaven runs themed, lore-driven weekends with live panels, author booths, AMAs, and meetups—optimized for low-friction participation. Since 2022, hundreds have joined to explore myth, faith, fandom, and craft in a zero-toxicity space billed as “the friendliest fiction con in the galaxy.”
Fast facts
What it is: Annual online convention for storytellers and fans, with a unique in-universe theme each year.
2025 theme: Arclight Hollows (an original LegendHaven lore).
Format: Live panels, booths/expo, AMAs, community rooms, chats; “camera-off” friendly.
Typical ticket: Weekend pass: $10. Pricing can vary by bundle/specials.
Programming sample: Topics like Star Wars vs Star Trek, future-of-fantasy trends, craft workshops.
Who attends: Readers, writers, and pop-culture fans; roots in faith-inspired (Catholic/Orthodox) creatives; all are welcome.
Organizer: Dominic de Souza (Founder, LegendFiction).
Next announced: LegendHaven 2026 returning April 2026.
2025 overview (for articles & blurbs)
LegendHaven 2025 continued the series’ lore-first approach with Arclight Hollows, a setting fans explored through an original anthology of stories, and a themed experience. Partners and creators hosted their own meet-and-greets and launches inside the Expo using free tools like Google Meet, live chat, and news feeds.
What makes it different
Lore-driven convention: Each event anchors in original worldbuilding (e.g., Harbor Cove, Arclight Hollows), adding continuity and playful immersion.
Community-first UX: Chat-centric, “join in seconds,” and friendly to introverts, so more fans participate.
Open Expo model: Creators run their own mini-events/booths with prizes, AMAs, readings—no tech gatekeeping.
Mission clarity: Built by LegendFiction, a moderated creative community focused on meaning, myth, and making better stories.
Programming & features
Live craft panels and fandom debates (e.g., Star Wars vs Star Trek).
Author booths & launches (copy-paste promo templates, permanent backlinks)
Meetups, AMAs, readings, raffles, exclusive previews
Ongoing community via LegendFiction (mentors, houses/common rooms, challenges)
Audience & community
LegendHaven draws readers, emerging writers, and pros who value faith-inspired storytelling and constructive fandom spaces. LegendFiction’s positioning—“the coolest storytellers in the world”—powers year-round momentum and a safe, moderated culture.
Testimonials (clearance-ready pull quotes)
“One of the most unique and fun gathering spaces I’ve seen in an online convention. A great way to meet and make friends and fans.” — Karina Fabian (2025)
“LegendFiction is a wonderful forum for… writers who are passionate about bold stories and looking for new worlds to explore.” — Thomas Salerno (2025)
“I loved how easy it was to just jump in… Everyone was very kind…” — Mel (2023). (legendhaven.com)
Timeline / Past Cons (with themes)
2022: There Be Dragons — launch year; all-day online convention
2023: Worlds Without End
2024: Harbor Cove
2025: Arclight Hollows
Return Announced: Bannermark April 2026
Expo / Partners (how it works)
Approved partners receive copy-paste promo, are listed with headshot and backlink, and can host booths via suggested free tools, or use the con platform; prize hooks encouraged.
Media story angles
“How a lore-driven online con keeps fans chatting.” (legendhaven.com)
“Faith-inspired creatives reclaim fandom civility—inside a fantasy world that changes yearly.” (LegendFiction)
“DIY expo: authors host launches and AMAs without technical gatekeepers.” (legendhaven.com)
Brand & assets: Available on request
Logo/wordmark: Visible across legendhaven.com and Past Cons hub. (Provide press-ready PNG/SVG on request.)
Event art: Request hi-res via contact.
Media contact
General inquiries:
Dominic de Souza
Contact us
LegendHaven, the friendliest fiction convention where you meet the coolest storytellers in the world, learn how to forge stories that change lives, and start friendships that last.