Search and seizure errors can unravel an entire case, on the page and in real life. Alan A. Cook draws on experience as a prosecutor, law clerk, and district attorney to explain how the Fourth Amendment actually works in practice. This session helps writers understand warrants, exceptions, and common pitfalls so legal procedures in their stories feel accurate, credible, and dramatically sound.
Turning a Solid Draft Into a Standout Manuscript
Small changes can have a huge impact. Panelists show how to refine your manuscript, polish sentences, and elevate your draft so it reaches its full potential.




