Writing a book can feel overwhelming without a clear path forward. Bob Mayer breaks the process into manageable stages, from shaping a strong original idea to building conflict and carrying it through a satisfying resolution. This session offers practical guidance on structure, storytelling choices, and adapting your approach to today’s evolving publishing landscape.
Writing Criminal Protagonists Readers Can Follow
Criminal protagonists blur the line between hero and villain. In this session, an international panel of crime authors discusses how to write characters who break the law while still keeping readers invested in their journeys, motivations, and inner conflicts.




