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You Are What You Read: Influences That Shape Your Writing

Presented by: Archie Bellsky | Diane Kelly | Dorothy Cannell | Susan Boyer | Timothy Williams
Categories: Authors | Influence | Writing

The books we love leave a lasting mark on how we write. In this session, authors explore the stories and writers that have influenced their craft, examining how reading shapes voice, style, and the evolution of their creative approach.

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