Former Golden Gloves boxer, prison tutor, and middle school English teacher John Dixon delves into how his life experiences helped shape the stories in his novels. He also shares about how his book Phoenix Island became the inspiration for the hit CBS show, Intelligence. And how the right perspective can change everything.
Donald Maass
Highly respected literary agent and much sought after fiction instructor Donald Maass explains how to tap into readers' emotions in the stories we tell. Be prepared as Donald takes us on a tour of avenues of story that no one else is exploring: plot, layering, micro tension, and the death of description in fiction. Have your pen ready to take notes.
Hank Phillippi Ryan
Over the years, investigative reporter and award-winning novelist Hank has won 33 Emmys for her ground breaking journalism, and numerous awards for her seven mystery novels. Delving into story from the perspective of a world-class journalist and critically acclaimed novelist, she offers keys from both worlds to tell more gripping stories.
Jen Grisanti
After serving as a CBS/Paramount exec, where she covered shows including Medium, Numbers, NCIS, 4400, and Girlfriends, Jen launched out on her own. She now serves as a consultant on the subtleties of storytelling. Pick up tips on the importance of triggers, wounds, and how to create a longline and pitch your story.
James Rubart
Looking for ways to jump-start your story? Join us as a critically acclaimed, bestselling inspirational author and radio personality James Rubart takes us into his studio and unpacks how to keep asking "what if?" to uncover the story, layer by layer—without an outline.
MJ Rose
Never one to be pigeon-holed into one genre, international bestselling novelist MJ Rose artfully weaves mystery, history, literary fiction and suspense into her books. A pioneer from e-publishing in the 90s (no, that’s not a typo), she shares her journey as an author and insights into the realities of the writing life.
Dr. Joseph Sobol
While serving at the helm of the nation’s first Master’s Degree in Storytelling program, Joseph has remained a renown nationwide performer. Tune in as he distills secrets from decades of teaching the art of storytelling and how modern Story Slams are taking the nation by storm.
Tosca Lee
With wit, humor and transparency, New York Times bestselling author Tosca talks researching Judas Iscariot for three years, collaborative work, the importance of duct tape in beauty pageants, and how to write a novel from the point-of-view of a demon.
Zena Dell Lowe
As an actress, screenwriter, and director who has worked on both sides of the camera, Zena offers insights on story craft that applies to screenwriters and novelists. Her examples from popular films will open your eyes to storytelling truths that have been sitting there right in front of you the whole time.
Susan May Warren
Have your notebook ready because when Susie starts talking the craft of writing, you’re going to want to take notes. Climb into the mind of award-winning novelist and leading fiction coach and find out what you need to do to take your storytelling to the next level.