David Neilson and the panel of authors discuss what makes a novel Young Adult and give advice on how best to write a young adult mystery or thriller.
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Writers of young adult novels explain what aspects drew them toward the genre and how the stories appeal to all readers.
Rebecca Walker discusses how voice is important to connect with readers and to choose memories that serve the narrative. She also covers how plot is driven by revelations, tone and, the memoir tropes.
Kerry Peresta and fellow authors discuss scene structure, character goals, and effective scene endings, emphasizing the need for tension and conflict.