How to Put Your Protagonist in Peril

Thriller & Suspense
2019
Featuring D.E. Funk, M.T. Falgoust, Mary Beth Magee, Rea Frey

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Raising stakes means forcing your protagonist to face real danger, both external and internal. D.E. Funk, M.T. Falgoust, Mary Beth Magee, and Rea Frey discuss how to push characters to their limits by drawing on relatable fears, credible threats, and emotional vulnerability. This session focuses on creating peril that feels authentic and keeps readers emotionally invested in the outcome.

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