Raising stakes means forcing your protagonist to face real danger, both external and internal. D.E. Funk, M.T. Falgoust, Mary Beth Magee, and Rea Frey discuss how to push characters to their limits by drawing on relatable fears, credible threats, and emotional vulnerability. This session focuses on creating peril that feels authentic and keeps readers emotionally invested in the outcome.
How Bestsellers Are Built
Chris Reardon, Eddie Lightsey, Helen Yu, Hurt Lombard, Joel Tomlin, and Robbie Bryan explore the marketing and publicity efforts behind bestselling books. They share how publishers and marketers support authors and outline steps writers can take to position themselves...
