An autopsy often provides answers no witness can offer. This session walks through the full autopsy process, beginning with the discovery of a body and continuing through examination in the morgue. Writers gain insight into procedural steps, investigative significance, and the training required of forensic professionals, helping them portray post-mortem examinations with realism and confidence.
What Makes an Amateur Sleuth Feel Real
D.R. Ransdell, Gay Yellen, Judy L. Murray, Kathryn Lasky, Lori Robbins, and Rebecca Butler dig into what makes amateur sleuths feel real. They discuss relatable traits, emotional motivation, and story choices that ground investigations in authenticity rather than...




