Humor is one of the hardest effects to pull off consistently. Bente Gallagher, Charlene Johnson, Gail Oust, Nancy West, Robert Spiller, and Susan Smily share examples from their own work while discussing the craft behind effective comedy. They examine language control, tonal balance, and the challenges of blending humor with sex, crime, and violence without losing reader trust.
How to Manage Research Without Getting Overwhelmed
Strong stories are built on clear thinking and well managed information. Brett O’Conner, Brian Hicks, Graham Brown, and Kimberly Connolly share practical approaches to researching and organizing material without getting buried in it. This session offers writers...




