Writing Without an Outline

Not every writer plans ahead, and that can be a strength. Linda Thorne leads Amy Rivers, Kerry Peresta, P.D. Halt, R.G. Belsky, and Rich Zahradnik in a discussion of discovery writing and flexible story structure. This session examines the benefits and challenges of writing without an outline and how intuitive approaches can still produce focused, compelling narratives.

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The Anatomy of a Tough Character

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