I Think You’re Crazy: Writing Psychological Thrillers That Disturb and Delight

What really goes on inside a fractured mind, and how far can you push it on the page? In this session, Debra Gaskill, Cate Holahan, Judith Lucci, Peggy Grigowski, Shirley B. Garrett, and Susan P. Crawford draw on real-world experience in psychology and mental health to show how unforgettable psychological thrillers are built. Learn how to portray obsession, paranoia, and manipulation with authenticity while keeping readers riveted and deeply unsettled.

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Sharpening Your Story: Craft, Structure, and Meaning

Sharpening Your Story: Craft, Structure, and Meaning

This continuation of the workshop offers deeper feedback and discussion as writers share their work and receive guidance from experienced panelists. The session focuses on refining craft, strengthening structure, and elevating the overall impact of your storytelling.

Why Westerns Never Die

Why Westerns Never Die

Why does the western continue to captivate readers generation after generation? Jim Nesbitt and Terrence McCauley talk about making the creative leap from crime fiction to westerns, and what keeps the genre alive. They explore moral codes, stark landscapes, and...