Threads of Tension: Heartbreak Feels Good in a Place Like This

This panel explores how authors craft emotionally charged stories that connect with readers by examining how tension is built, emotions are evoked, and narratives become unforgettable across fantasy, horror, science fiction, and more. Joseph Eckert (The Traveler), Deena Helm (Our Cut of Salt), Terry J. Benton-Walker (The Drakon King), and Katee Robert (The Tarot Trials), moderated by Ken Bebelle (The Phoenix Hoard series), discuss techniques for creating lasting emotional journeys.