Strong female protagonists have become a powerful force in crime fiction. In this session, authors discuss creating women who lead investigations, face danger head on, and push their limits throughout a series. Panelists share how they build compelling female characters who drive the story and keep readers invested.
How Dialogue Shapes Plot and Character
Dialogue shapes how readers experience character and story. David Walker, Deborah Shlian, Joseph Terrell, Philip Cioffari, and Tom Collins examine how dialogue drives plot, reveals motivation, and creates narrative rhythm in the modern novel. This session focuses on...
