Jennifer McAndrews, Meg Gardiner, Nora McFarland, Sara J. Henry, Taylor Stevens, and Zoë Sharp discuss writing complex female protagonists who embody strength, agency, and authenticity. The conversation explores emotional depth, resilience, and what it means to create women characters who feel fully alive on the page.
Choosing Locations that Raise the Stakes
The right setting can intensify emotion and sharpen conflict. This session explores how to choose locations that naturally raise stakes, deepen tension, and quietly influence character behavior in every scene.
