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, including hate mail, from audiences.

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Understanding the Realities of Publishing

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Priya Doraswamy offers an inside look at the publishing world from an agent’s perspective. She discusses the query process, the relationships among authors, agents, and editors, and the underlying reasons for rejection. She also shares insight into the changing...

Giving Every Character a Distinct Voice

Giving Every Character a Distinct Voice

Authentic dialogue reflects who a character is and how they see the world. Moderated by Roger Johns, Alexandra Ivy, Dana Chamblee Carpenter, Jim Nesbitt, Kelly Oliver, Lynn Chandler Willis, and Mike Faricy explore how to craft dialogue that feels natural and specific....