Thrillers: The Nuts and Bolts

Presented by: D.P. Lyle | Kathleen Antrim | Steven James

DP Lyle, Kathleen Antrim, and Steven James lead a deep-dive master class on writing thrillers that stand out. From strong premises and tight plots to voice, character, and setting, this session offers practical tools and techniques writers can apply immediately to elevate their work.

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