Remember in English class when you had to write a paper about the theme of a novel you may not have enjoyed? Turns out understanding theme isn’t just for English teachers. Theme underlies the story and is the heart of the message you as the writer are trying to send. Come and learn about types of themes, how to develop them in your novel without hitting your reader over the head, and how those themes can add layers to your story that keeps readers turning pages–and talking about the book even after they’ve finished it.
