An opening sets the contract with the reader. Bill Rapp, Jane B. Lee, Lawrence Allan, Linda Duncan, Michael Bradley, and Robert Mangeot explore what makes a beginning unforgettable, from first sentences to full opening chapters. This session examines how tone, tension, and promise work together to hook readers instantly and signal the kind of story they are about to experience.
Building Characters with Depth, Emotion, and Complexity
Mysti Berry, Sandra Parshall, Sasscer Hill, Sparkle Abbey, and Victoria Laurie explore how to create characters with genuine depth. They discuss emotion, backstory, and complexity, along with practical ways to move beyond clichés and avoid flat or predictable...
