What truly separates suspense from a thriller, and why does it matter? Moderated by Rea Frey, this panel featuring James McCrone, Michael Niemann, Shirley B. Garrett, and Vinnie Hansen breaks down pacing, point of view, and reader expectation. The discussion clarifies how each genre creates tension in different ways and helps writers decide where their story truly belongs.
To Plot or Not to Plot: Finding the Writing Process That Works for You
Every writer eventually confronts the question of planning versus discovery. Bradley Harper, Charlie Donlea, James Glass, Kathleen Donnelly, Lori Roberts Herbst, and Sharon Hoisager compare plotting and writing by instinct, examining how each approach affects...
