Planning does not limit creativity, it can unlock it. Jeffrey Philips, J.J. Renek, Kari Bovee, Ley Esses, Mally Becker, and Wendy Gee discuss outlining approaches that range from detailed spreadsheets to flexible index cards. This session explores how structured planning can deepen story logic, sharpen twists, and support confident drafting.
Building a Meaningful Collection as a Reader and Collector
Otto Penzler, joined by Albert Abramson, Bill Gottfried, Donis Casey, Les Blatt, and Tom O’Day, offers expert guidance on collecting books. They discuss how to identify valuable editions and build a meaningful collection.




