Alan Elliott, Cathy Rueter, Gay Yellen, Kit Sanders, Leigh Hull, and Lynn Slaughter discuss how strong backstories deepen motivation and strengthen plot. They share techniques for building believable histories that support emotional authenticity in fiction.
Shaping Mood Through Dialogue
The mood of a scene often lives inside its dialogue. Richard Helms and fellow panelists share original examples to show how word choice, rhythm, and pacing shape atmosphere and emotional depth. This session also addresses the thoughtful use of dialogue tags and...
