Crafting Stories That Last: Building Strong Characters and Structure

Presented by: Nancy Naigle | Tanya Kappes

Categories: Workshop

Tonya Kappes and Nancy Naigle lead a hands-on workshop that guides writers through techniques for strengthening story structure, developing compelling characters, and refining manuscripts for publication.

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