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.
Walking Through Time: How to Research and Write a Historical Novel
Alana White, Anne Perry, Christie, and Sarah Wisseman share how they approach researching historical fiction. They explain how to blend accuracy, atmosphere, and authenticity into stories that fully immerse readers in another time and place.
