Dialogue can carry far more than conversation. Benny Sims, Chris Berg, Gabrielle St. George, Jaden (Beth) Terrell, Les Edgerton, Nancy Sartor, and Rick Glaze examine how dialogue reveals character, drives plot, and keeps readers engaged. This session explores tone, authenticity, audience awareness, and the subtle role of body language in shaping meaningful exchanges.
How Thrillers Control Pace, Tension, and Reader Obsession
John DeDakis leads Darryl Bollinger, J.T. Ellison, and Linda Whitaker in a wide-ranging conversation about what makes thrillers work. From pacing and structure to the unique demands of psychological and futuristic thrillers, this session explores how to keep tension...
