Firearms mistakes can instantly pull readers out of a story. In this session, Jeff Shaw gives writers a clear, practical foundation in firearms, covering shotguns, rifles, and handguns. The focus is on accuracy and realism, helping authors write action scenes and character moments that feel credible and confident on the page.
Turning Real World Experience Into Crime Fiction
Moderated by Emily Krump, this panel explores how real world careers shape crime fiction. Carey Baldwin, Danielle Bartlett, Kristi Belcamino, and Nancy Allen discuss how their backgrounds in law and justice influence plot, character, and authenticity in mysteries and...




