A compelling lead character can carry an entire story. In this session, writers discuss the traits that make protagonists memorable, what truly defines a lead character, and whether likability matters when creating characters readers want to follow.
Inside Government Power: Writing Suspense from the Inside
Writers explore how government agencies add depth and tension to suspense fiction. In this session, panelists discuss the branches and institutions they write about, what drew them to those worlds, and how insider details and power dynamics heighten stakes and realism...
