Interview Techniques for True Crime and General Fiction Research

Author Interviews • Mystery & Crime • Research & Forensics • Writing Craft
2023
Featuring AM Adair, David Bushman, Joe Shulkin, John DeDakis, Lynn Chandler Willis, Patrick Kendrick

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Great interviews can unlock details no amount of desk research will reveal. A.M. Adair, David Bushman, Joe Shulkin, John DeDakis, Lynn Chandler Willis, and Patrick Kendrick share practical advice on preparing for interviews, asking better questions, and building trust with sources. This session covers ethical considerations and techniques for drawing out revealing insights that bring authenticity to both fiction and true crime writing.

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