Engineering a Plot That Actually Holds Together

Publishing & Author Career • Writing Craft
2010
Featuring Laura Hayden

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Strong plots are built, not guessed at. Laura Hayden shows how an engineering mindset can bring clarity and structure to storytelling, even for writers who prefer to work by instinct. This session explores practical problem-solving techniques that help writers identify weak points, strengthen story logic, and build cohesive plots that hold together from beginning to end.

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