Fiona Barton, a bestselling author known for her debut novel The Widow, shares her transition from journalism to fiction and the unique journey of her latest thriller, Talking to Strangers. She discusses the importance of prologues and social commentary in her work. Jean Meltzer, a screenwriter and author of the rom-com Magical Meet Cute, dives into the significance of 'meet cute' moments, crafting authentic dialogue, and the role of secondary characters. They also explore the necessity of happy endings in romance literature and the balance between writing for oneself and for readers.
