What Turns a Good Novel into a Breakout Hit

Writing Craft
2008
Featuring Adriann Ranta Zurhellen, Gregg Hurwitz

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Some novels connect with readers while others explode onto the scene. Gregg Hurwitz and literary agent Adriann Ranta Zurhellen explore what separates a solid book from a breakout success. This session examines storytelling, structure, and bold creative decisions that can elevate a novel and position a writer for greater visibility and opportunity.

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