Every writer plots differently, but every strong story needs structure. Allen Mann, Debra Gaskill, J.C. Kenney, Linda Sands, and Randy Overbeck share how they approach plotting, from shaping narrative arcs to managing twists and pacing. This session offers insight into multiple plotting styles and how to use them to keep readers engaged from the first page to the last.
Telling the Truth That Matters Most
Belinda Leigh Underwood, Carla Conti, Christina VandePol, Kem Hinton, Sam Severn, and Sonja Dewing discuss the art of memoir writing through structure, reflection, and emotional honesty. They explore how memoir differs from autobiography and how focusing on pivotal...




