Twists and Turns: Crafting Plots That Keep Readers Guessing

Categories: Mystery | Plot twists | Writing

A great twist feels surprising without feeling unfair. Jennifer Sadera, Kemper Donovan, Millie Hast, Peter Rosch, and Terry Friedman explore how to design plot turns that raise stakes and redirect expectations. This session focuses on misdirection, payoff, and crafting endings that shock while still feeling earned.

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