James L’Etoile, Jim Nesbitt, John Carenen, Les Edgerton, Randy Weir, and Venita Bonds explore what makes a villain feel real on the page. They discuss motivation, psychology, and the delicate balance between darkness and empathy that keeps readers invested in the story.
Inside a Bestseller’s Thriller Process
Bestselling author Jeffery Deaver walks through his personal approach to writing thrillers, sharing how he develops story structure, overcomes creative roadblocks, and adapts his process to each new project. This session offers practical insight into finding a method...
