Organized crime is more than a single syndicate or stereotype. Bill Fite, Carmen Amato, J. L. Hill, James L’Etoile, Jeffrey James Higgins, and Robin Yocum draw on firsthand knowledge and rigorous research to explore how criminal organizations really operate. From traditional mafia structures to modern networks, this session focuses on codes of loyalty, internal conflict, and the consequences that bring true authenticity to crime fiction.
Inside a Working Screenwriter’s Process
Andy Fickman shares the real-world challenges and creative hurdles he faces when writing screenplays. In this engaging session, he offers personal insights into his writing process before opening the floor for an in-depth audience Q&A, providing practical advice...
