Real investigations leave a lasting mark on the writers who experience them firsthand. Connie Dial, Kathryn Casey, Matt Hilton, Michael A. Black, and Neal Baer draw on their professional backgrounds in forensics, medicine, and investigation to discuss how real-world experience sharpens authenticity on the page. This conversation explores how lived knowledge of crime and consequence can elevate true crime storytelling.
How to Keep Bookstores and Readers Coming Back
Maryglenn McCombs, Christine Husom, Elizabeth Gherkin, Ginger Nalley, Julie Shirkey, and Robby Bryan discuss how authors can strengthen relationships with bookstores and book clubs. They focus on touring, personal connection, and community engagement as essential...




