A writer must grab the reader’s attention and keep it moving from the first sentence to the last one, through paragraphs, pages and chapters. If that reader is an editor, hooking them from beginning to end is critical. Terri will review various hooks and plot points and methods of plotting, their importance and how to use them to strengthen the pacing and structure throughout your book to the last word. (For beginning and experienced writers)

In her previous lives, USA TODAY bestselling author Terri Brisbin may have lived in ancient Egypt and medieval Scotland, but in the here-and-now she’s stuck in the wilds of southern New Jersey with one hubby, three sons (and three daughters-in-law), and FOUR grandbabies!

When not living the life of a glamorous romance author or writing her way through deadline-binges-o-mania, she also continues in her part-time practice as a dental hygienist.

Since 1998, Terri’s more than 50 historical and paranormal romance novels, novellas and short stories have been published by Berkley, Harlequin, Kensington, NAL and SMP Swerve and released in 20 languages in 25 countries! While also self-publishing a few works, Terri is working on more stories that will be released through 2024 with Harlequin, Dragonblade Publishing and Oliver Heber Books.

You can connect with Terri at terribrisbin.com or on social media.

This workshop will be conducted live via Zoom.com and recorded for future viewing by RWO members and paid students for 90 days after the workshop. Please visit Zoom Support for their guidance on system requirements for Windows, macOS, and Linux computer systems.

Do I have to have a paid Zoom account to participate? No, we use the Romance Writers Online account to host Zoom workshops. You just need a free account.

What time will the workshop start? We usually go live ten minutes before the listed start time so please join us then.

How long will the workshop run? We usually go about 90 minutes.

Will I be able to ask questions? Of course! The workshop moderator will announce at the beginning of the session how the presenter will handle questions and comments.