Does setting inspire the story, or does the story determine the setting? In this session, authors discuss how they develop the worlds of their novels, whether location or plot comes first in their creative process, and the role setting plays in shaping character, atmosphere, and narrative.
Character or Plot: How They Work Together to Drive Story
Great stories depend on the relationship between character and plot. Carol Orange, Diane Sismour, Jim Perry, Sam Severn, and Sharon Marchisello explore how character motivation and plot structure work together to create momentum and meaning. This session offers...




