Amy Denton, J.B. Manning, S. Lee Manning, and Syreeta Butler engage in a timely discussion on censorship and the writer’s role as a defender of free expression—examining how book banning impacts authors, readers, and the broader literary landscape.
Balancing the Elements of Great Storytelling
Great storytelling depends on balance. Richard Helms examines how conflict, narration, exposition, dialogue, and description work together to shape a compelling narrative. This session shows how adjusting these elements can improve pacing, deepen emotional impact, and...




