Editors and literary agents Brooks Sherman, Denise Dietz, Evan Gregory, Jill Marr, and Sarah Dimick break down what makes fiction stand out. From voice and structure to emotional impact and market readiness, this session reveals what professionals look for in stories they champion.
Writing Regional Fiction and Nonfiction
Regional writing invites readers into a specific place and way of life. Learn how to capture the voice, rhythm, and spirit of a region so convincingly that readers feel fully immersed in the landscape and its people.




