Making the Supernatural Feel Real

Presented by: Amy Denton | Christine Mager Wevik | Kimberly A Banks | Leslie Conner | Maggie Toussaint

Amy Denton, Christine Mager Wevik, Kimberly A. Banks, Leslie Connor, and Maggie Toussaint take writers inside the craft of horror and paranormal fiction. They discuss how to build atmosphere, create believable fear, and ground supernatural elements in emotional truth so stories linger long after the final page.

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