Authors explore the age-old question every writer faces: write what you know or research what you don’t. This conversation examines how writers balance personal experience with deep research, when instinct matters most, and how thoughtful preparation can expand both credibility and creative freedom on the page.
Writing for Yourself or Your Readers?
Authors discuss the balance between staying true to their creative vision and meeting reader expectations, especially in long running series. The panel explores the challenges of pleasing fans, hiding easter eggs for loyal readers, and handling strong reactions,...
