Self-publishing offers freedom, but it also demands responsibility. August McLaughlin, Jennie Bentley, Rae Ann Parker, and Vinnie Hansen share candid insights into what it really takes to succeed as an independent author. This session explores creative control, financial realities, workload, and mindset, helping writers determine whether self-publishing is a good fit for their ambitions and working style.
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...




