How to Keep Readers’ Interest in the Middle of Your Book

Writing Craft
2022
Featuring Ashley Sargeant Hagan, Diane Sismour, Hank Phillippi Ryan, Jule Selbo, Rich Zahradnik

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The middle of a novel is where many stories lose energy. Ashley Sargeant Hagan, Diane Sismour, Hank Phillippi Ryan, Jule Selbo, and Rich Zahradnik explore how to maintain momentum through the second act by deepening character arcs, raising stakes, and introducing meaningful complications. This session offers practical techniques for keeping readers fully engaged long after the opening hook.

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