Catherine Lane, Debra H. Goldstein, Jenean McBrearty, Paula Gail Benson, Robert Mangeot, and Warren Moore answer audience questions about the art of the short story. They discuss structure, pacing, and how to create maximum impact within a limited word count.
On the Edge of Your Seat: How Suspense Keeps Readers Hooked
A.G.S. Johnson, David Bell, Kenneth J. Wishnia, and Norb Vonnegut break down what makes suspense truly gripping. From relentless pacing to escalating danger and emotional stakes, this session reveals how thrillers keep readers hooked and unable to put the book down.




