Panelists discuss writing historical fiction with an eye toward the needs and interests of a modern reading audience.
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Mark Billingham talks with four authors in a lively discussion about heroes and villains, delving into the characters they love, the ones they hate, and those they love to hate.
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Moderated by Jim Nesbitt, Richard Helms and fellow panelists discuss the creation of the tough guy archetype in fiction. They explore voice, authenticity, and how to balance strength with vulnerability to create characters who feel real rather than one dimensional.