Turning a story into a visual experience is never a simple translation. In this panel, authors and screenwriters explore what happens when stories move from page to screen. They discuss what must change, what should remain intact, and how to preserve character, tone, and emotional impact while adapting a story for film or television.
How Thrillers Control Pace, Tension, and Reader Obsession
John DeDakis leads Darryl Bollinger, J.T. Ellison, and Linda Whitaker in a wide-ranging conversation about what makes thrillers work. From pacing and structure to the unique demands of psychological and futuristic thrillers, this session explores how to keep tension...
