Romantic suspense combines emotional stakes with high tension storytelling. In this session, authors discuss the challenges of managing both romance and suspense plots, maintaining balance between the two, and developing compelling relationships across a long running series.
The Emotional Power Behind YA’s Popularity
Bev Irwin, Joelle Charbonneau, Jordan Dane, Keir Graff, and Michelle Gagnon examine why young adult fiction continues to thrive. They discuss the emotional honesty, pacing, and identity-driven themes that make YA such a powerful and enduring category.



