Albert A. Bell, Jeri Westerson, John Maddox Roberts, Patricia Rice, Sharan Newman, and Tony Hays discuss the challenges of writing mysteries rooted in the past. Topics include historical accuracy, period language, social roles, and how to tell a gripping story without breaking the illusion of time.
Using YA Tropes Without Writing a Cliché
Kate Hart and Rae Ann Parker offer a practical introduction to common settings and character archetypes in young adult fiction. Using clear examples, they show how writers can use these familiar elements effectively while still creating fresh and original stories.




