Alana White, Charlie Pearson, Debra H. Goldstein, John Hegenberger, Mary Beth Magee, and Tess Collins explore the role of family across genres and time periods. They discuss how to portray realistic family dynamics, generational conflict, and emotional legacy in both historical and contemporary fiction.
The Power of a Strong Opening Page
Chris Grabenstein hosts this engaging session where authors read half a page from their work, presenting it as they would to an agent. The discussion highlights how a strong opening can immediately capture attention and reveal voice, tone, and promise.
