Brandon Sanderson Opens Massive 'Cosmere' Fan Convention in Salt Lake City, Drawing Over 100,000 Attendees
SALT LAKE CITY, UT – March 22, 2025 – Renowned fantasy author Brandon Sanderson hosted the inaugural "Cosmere Con," a four-day fan convention in Salt Lake City, Utah, which concluded yesterday. The event, dedicated to his interconnected fictional universe, the Cosmere, attracted an unprecedented 115,000 attendees from over 60 countries. Authorities reported no major incidents, as the convention featured panels, book signings, and exclusive merchandise. Sanderson, in a press conference, characterized the gathering as a historic milestone for independent publishing. Analysts from the publishing industry noted that the convention’s scale underscores Sanderson’s ascendant influence within the literary world, diverting significant attention from traditional publishing houses.