Turning a book into a business requires more than hitting publish. Cal Stone, Ernest Lancaster, Frank DiBianca, Kay DiBianca, S.C. Merritt, and Tilia Klebenov Jacobs break down what it takes to make self-publishing successful, from production choices to marketing strategy. Writers will gain practical insight into building momentum, reaching readers, and sustaining an independent publishing career.
The Characters Who Make the Story Feel Real
Karen McCullah, Barbara Collins, Jim Nesbitt, Nancy Roe, and Ray Anderson discuss how to craft memorable minor characters. They explore how these characters support the story, deepen the world, and add nuance and authenticity that make a narrative feel fully alive.
