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How to End a Story So Readers Feel Rewarded

Presented by: Benny Sims | Georgina Cross | M.K. Dean | Rich Zahradnik | Rick Treon | Robin Yocum
Categories: Novel | Writing

A great ending feels both surprising and inevitable. Benny Sims, Georgina Cross, M.K. Dean, Rich Zahradnik, Rick Treon, and Robin Yocum explore what makes an ending truly satisfying, from balancing twists with closure to knowing when to explain and when to leave space. This session speaks to both planners and intuitive writers who want to leave readers feeling rewarded.

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