Bestselling thriller and mystery author Simon Wood reflects on his writing life, sharing what drives him to write and how family, personal experience, and unexpected moments spark his story ideas. In this wide-ranging conversation, he offers insight into his creative process and the experiences that shape his work.
The Power of the Antagonist
This session explores how to craft powerful antagonists and the conflicts that define them. It offers guidance on creating multidimensional villains whose motivations and choices drive the story forward with tension and emotional depth.




