C.J. Box, Jeffery Deaver, and Peter Straub discuss the differences between self publishing and traditional publishing. They examine the role of agents, ways authors can protect themselves, and how technology such as digital tools and e-book platforms has reshaped the industry.
Inside the Emotional Core of a Character
Diane Lake guides writers through the process of uncovering what makes characters truly resonate. She explains how physical description, defining traits, and emotional layering can bring characters to life in a vivid and believable way.




