Backstory should strengthen a story, not stall it. Hallie Ephron breaks down how to reveal a character’s past in ways that deepen motivation and sharpen tension without interrupting momentum. This session focuses on timing, placement, and subtle integration so backstory feels organic, purposeful, and always in service of the forward-moving narrative.
Writing Faith Driven Mysteries That Sell
Eric Wilson, Jonathan Clements, Ramona Richards, and Sandra Robbins examine the expanding market for Christian mystery fiction. They discuss reader expectations, spiritual authenticity, and how to write suspenseful stories that resonate with faith based audiences...




