Andrew Grant, F. Paul Wilson, Lori Armstrong, and Michelle Gagnon explore how to portray toughness in male protagonists with honesty and depth. They examine physical strength, emotional resilience, and moral conviction, and how these qualities shape characters readers believe in and root for.
Writing Chicago With Grit and Authenticity
Chicago has a voice all its own. This session explores how writers capture the city’s grit, history, and character while avoiding clichés and letting place drive story and tone.
