Kim Hammond moderates a conversation with Brett Parks, Darryl James, Jeri Westerson, and Mara Purl about writing dysfunctional protagonists. They explore how flaws, impulses, and self sabotage can drive conflict, tension, and emotional truth within a story.
Research, Risk, and the Historical Novel
Authors come together to discuss the historical novels they’ve written and the different approaches they use to bring the past to life. This conversation compares research methods, creative choices, and storytelling techniques, revealing how each writer balances...
