Story momentum depends on the relationship between plot and character. William Bernhardt examines how characters drive action, how plot pressures shape decision making, and why conflict sits at the center of both. This session breaks down the three classic types of conflict and shows how balancing them creates stories that feel purposeful and alive.
Plotting: The Standalone or the Series
Plotting changes depending on scope. Learn how pacing, theme, and continuity differ between single novels and series, and how to design plots that remain satisfying whether you are telling one complete story or many.




