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Writing Fight Scenes That Matter

Presented by: Meredith Lyons
Categories: Action | Writing

A fight scene should move the story forward, not slow it down. Former international fighter Meredith R. Lyons shares how to write combat that feels authentic, purposeful, and emotionally charged. This session covers choreography, pacing, and realism while showing how physical conflict can reveal character, raise stakes, and deepen reader immersion.

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