A fight scene should move the story forward, not slow it down. Former international fighter Meredith R. Lyons shares how to write combat that feels authentic, purposeful, and emotionally charged. This session covers choreography, pacing, and realism while showing how physical conflict can reveal character, raise stakes, and deepen reader immersion.
Knowing When a Manuscript is Finally Finished
Rewriting is where stories truly come alive. Barbara Christopher, David Schlosser, Kelly Nichols, and Sharon Potts share their rules and personal methods for revising, polishing, and knowing when your manuscript is ready to submit.




