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.
Building Believable Characters From the Inside Out
Baron R. Birtcher leads Barbara W. Bailey, Jane Bock, Matthew John Meagher, and Shirley B. Garrett in a discussion on building memorable characters. They explore backstory, motivation, and the subtle details that bring fictional people to life.
