Clay Stafford continues his conversation with Donna Bagdasarian, Jenna Young, Kathryn Knight, MaryGlenn McCombs, and Robbie Bryan, following a book’s path from manuscript to marketplace. The discussion explores what authors need to understand about the inner workings of today’s publishing world.
The Anatomy of a Tough Character
Moderated by Jim Nesbitt, Richard Helms and fellow panelists discuss the creation of the tough guy archetype in fiction. They explore voice, authenticity, and how to balance strength with vulnerability to create characters who feel real rather than one dimensional.




