Strong pacing is essential to a successful thriller. In this session, thriller writers discuss how to structure suspenseful plots, maintain momentum, and keep readers on edge from beginning to end while crafting stories full of tension and high stakes.
Short & Sweet: Why We Love Reading Short Stories
Authors celebrate the power of short stories, sharing their favorite examples and what makes them so satisfying to read. This session explores why writing short fiction sharpens craft, how brevity amplifies impact, and why short mystery stories are enjoying a renewed...




