The Police Mistakes That Instantly Break a Crime Novel

Real police work brings texture and credibility to crime fiction when it is portrayed correctly. Allan E. Ansorge, Gary Jones, Rick Reed, and Trey Barker draw on firsthand law enforcement experience to discuss how policing informs their writing. This session highlights common misconceptions, practical corrections, and storytelling choices that help investigative scenes feel authentic and earned.

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Beyond Book One: Writing a Successful Series

Beyond Book One: Writing a Successful Series

Finishing a first novel is only the beginning. In this session, series authors discuss the unique challenges of writing a second book and beyond, sharing strategies for keeping characters fresh, maintaining momentum, and building a series that keeps readers coming...

What Is Your B Story and Why Does It Matter?

What Is Your B Story and Why Does It Matter?

A strong subplot can elevate an entire novel. Moderated by Sharon Hopkins, Brenda Donelan, Carrie Smith, Cathi Stoler, Kelly Oliver, and Roger Johns discuss how to develop a compelling B story that supports the main plot. This session focuses on using subplots to...