First person, second person, third person . . . so many perspectives to choose from. How do you choose your point of view? And, once chosen, how do you stick to it? Panelists discuss the freedoms and restrictions of using various points of view in fiction writing. Tim Waggoner, Judi Rohrig, Linda Baker, John Helfers
Single-spaced manuscripts on onion-skin paper will send your storyâunreadâinto the recycling bin. If you want to climb to the top of the slush pile, take the advice of our panelists, editors who have received âsingularâ submissions. Jean Rabe, Judi Rohrig, John Helfers, Tim Waggoner
Some folks simply plop into a chair and start pounding on the keyboard on their Great American Novel. However, our often-published panelists eschew the merits of plotting and planning. Jean Rabe, Tim Waggoner, Chris Pierson, Richard Lee Byers
When should you follow the rules and when should you break them? Our team of writers and editors discusses punctuation, spelling, grammar, and more. Richard Lee Byers, Chris Pierson, John Helfers.
Join us for an evening book chat about the new genre of female main characters who live in worlds filled with magic and adventure. Is this the evolution of romance? How do I get in on this hot market? Panelists: Kerrie Hughes, Elizabeth Vaughan
Learn to craft main characters that will catch and hold your readersâ attention. Panelists: Jean Rabe, Chris Pierson, Donald Bingle, Elizabeth Vaughan
Secondary characters can help drive your plot, aid and vex your heroes, and make your story more interesting. But donât let them take over the tale. Panelists: Elizabeth Vaughan, Jean Rabe, Donald Bingle, Chris Pierson
Establish the rules for your worldâs magical pulse. Setting limits will actually give you limitless possibilities and improve your story. Panelists: Chris Pierson, Linda Baker, Jean Rabe, Kerrie Hughes
Worldbuilding: Religion, Spirituality, and Philosophy
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Faith could guide the characters in your short stories and novels, but theyâll only stumble around and get lost if you donât set the ground rules. Panelists: Linda Baker, Chris Pierson, John Helfers, Kerrie Hughes