Literary agent Carly Watters of P.S. Literary breaks down the financial realities of traditional publishing. She explains how book deals work, what profit and loss statements really mean, how subsidiary rights function, and who pays for marketing and publicity. This session offers a clear, practical look at what writers need to understand to approach their careers as a business.
The Anatomy of an Unforgettable Villain
J.L. Delozier, Jacob Moon, Jane B. Lee, Randy Weir, S. Lee Manning, and T.M. Clark explore what makes a villain not just evil but unforgettable. They discuss character traits, point of view, empathy, and backstory, revealing how a well-crafted antagonist can deepen...
