Balancing Character, Plot, and Period

Research & Forensics • Writing Craft
2021
Featuring Alana White, Bill Rapp, Bradley Harper, Charlie Grisman, Heather L. Montgomery

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Moderated by Bradley Harper, Alana White, Bill Rapp, Charlie Grisman, and Heather L. Montgomery explore the core elements of historical fiction. They discuss how to balance character, plot, and setting while keeping the story engaging and grounded in its time.

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