A successful series keeps readers invested long after the first book. In this session, authors discuss the rewards and challenges of writing serialized fiction, including maintaining continuity, developing characters over multiple books, avoiding repetition, and keeping each installment fresh while building a lasting story world.
The Power Behind the Protagonist
Frankie Bailey, Lisa Wysocky, Mark Troy, Rabbi Ilene Schneider, and Sharon Hopkins explore what gives female protagonists their power. They discuss strength, authenticity, and how portrayals of women continue to evolve across genres and storytelling traditions.
