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Comic Relief: Using Humor Without Losing the Plot

Presented by: Diana Killian | Helen Smith | Melodie Campbell | Sharon Fiffer | Sue Ann Jaffarian
Categories: Comedy | Humor | Mystery

Laughter can be just as powerful as suspense. In this panel, authors share how they use humor to deepen character, sharpen dialogue, and balance darker moments in their novels. Drawing from their own work, they discuss timing, tone, and the risks and rewards of making readers laugh without breaking the story.

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