This panel discussion features mystery and thriller authors discussing the craft of writing compelling opening pages. The panelists emphasize the critical importance of grabbing readers’ attention immediately, with strong first sentences that make readers ask questions and want to continue.
The “3 Acts” of Your Story and Why “Act 2 (The Middle)” is So Important
Jule Selbo explains the 3 Acts of a story, including conflict, complications, red herrings, and crises.




