Why Readers Stop Reading

Publishing & Author Career • Writing Craft • Writing Life & Creativity
2023
Featuring Bradley Harper

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ABOUT THIS SESSION

Readers rarely quit a book for just one reason. Bradley Harper draws on neuroscience and his experience as a contest judge to explain what causes readers to disengage and what keeps them turning pages. This session explores the psychology behind narrative connection, highlighting common craft missteps that break immersion and the techniques that help stories hold attention longer.

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