Why do some characters have to die? In this candid panel, authors unpack the creative and emotional decisions behind killing off characters. They explore how death shapes story, raises stakes, and serves theme, while discussing when a character’s death strengthens a narrative and when it risks losing the reader.
How Bestsellers Are Built
Chris Reardon, Eddie Lightsey, Helen Yu, Hurt Lombard, Joel Tomlin, and Robbie Bryan explore the marketing and publicity efforts behind bestselling books. They share how publishers and marketers support authors and outline steps writers can take to position themselves...




