Author Panel: Lessons from Horror – Preparing for Stress Through Fiction
Join three talented authors in a virtual discussion about the reasons why we are drawn to horror and thriller fiction, and how scary stories can prepare us to face real-world challenges.
Workshop Details
Cost
Free!
Ways to Learn
Online (live instruction via Microsoft Teams or Zoom)
- FridayOctober 30 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM PT
How to Sign Up
You’ll receive an email with the appropriate info to access the workshop after you sign up.
What will I learn?
- Explore how the catharsis of horror fiction can prepare us to handle stress in real-world situations
- Connect with a community of readers who appreciate the depth of insight and metaphor in horror fiction
What should I expect?
- Participants will join a virtual author event and discussion about horror and thriller fiction
- Interactive online presentation via Microsoft Teams
- Two ways to attend with Teams: video conference or dial-in by phone
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