Tips, tricks, and suggestions on how to keep motivated and have forward progress on your writing projects while still balancing a busy life.

In all of our fictional worlds, there is some way that the world came into being. And then, there is the way the denizens of that world believe that they came into being. From the creation of gods to the way people explain their world without them we will examine how to create truths and fallacies that make your world more compelling and relatable.

AI is a huge contention and some people are solidly against it.  Others are totally for it, and then there are people in the middle.  Explore how AI tools can serve as invaluable collaborators, offering unique insights and streamlining your workflow. Whether you're a tech-savvy author or new to the AI frontier, this session provides a possible glimpse into the future of writing.

Join us for an exploration of the intricate art of building worlds, developing characters, and weaving storylines that captivate readers across multiple books.  We'll discuss plot structure, pacing, and the art of leaving breadcrumbs for future books.  Let's talk about cultivating loyal readership by delivering a blend of familiarity and novelty for each book.

How do animal companions support our characters? Are they wise guides, fools, or tricksters? Are they more animal-like or more human-like? How do they communicate?