Day 1 - August 20, 2025
About this Stage
Welcome to Day 1 of WorldShift: The Speculative Fiction Writers' Summit!
On this page you will find all of the Worldshift presentations scheduled for August 20th.
Stage Schedule
01:00 PM
The Brain on Story: Why We’re Wired to Care (Before We Even Know Why)
Lisa Cron
Story Coach & bestselling author of Wired for Story, Story Genius, Story or Die.
02:10 PM
Writing (Speculative Fiction) as an Act of Passion & Rebellion
Heather Davis
Book Coach and Editor, Many Worlds Writing
03:55 PM
The Evolution of a Writer: Finding Your Motivation Every Day
Sarah Noffke
Fantasy and Mystery Author
05:05 PM
The Hero's Journey to Author Success
Emma Dhesi
Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach & Bestselling Author
06:05 PM
What They’re Not Saying: Stronger Scenes Through Nonverbal Cues
Stacy Juba
Freelance Editor and Founder, Shortcuts for Writers
08:05 PM
Bring Your Story World to Life
Julie Artz
Author, Editor, Book Coach, Dragon, Your Story Matters LLC
10:15 PM
Writing While Neurodiverse: Strategies for ADHD Writers
Nicole Bross
Author Accelerator Certified Book Coach and Author
