Join novelist Talia Carner for an engaging presentation, exploring the journey from a spark of inspiration to the completed manuscript. Drawing on her experience as a Gold-level Toastmaster and accomplished author, Talia will discuss how extensive research is transformed into compelling fiction that balances passion and professionalism. With some slides to enhance the talk, she will dispel common myths about authorship, writing, and publishing. This session offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the creative process, inviting you to deepen your understanding of fiction writing and the challenges and joys it brings.

Talia Carner, former publisher of Savvy Woman magazine and marketing executive at Redbook, is an award-winning author whose novels address global and culture-specific issues affecting women, including infanticide, child abuse, religious oppression, and sex trafficking. Her most recent work, The Boy with the Star Tattoo (2024), continues her tradition of blending meticulous research with compelling storytelling to raise awareness and inspire change.