What turns a courtroom case into a national obsession? Bruce Allen Murphy, Carol L. Wright, James Glass, Lindy Hughes, and R.G. Belsky explore the elements that define a true trial of the century and why these cases grip the public imagination. This session looks at how real landmark trials unfold and how writers can draw on their structure, personalities, and stakes to create unforgettable courtroom drama in fiction.
Telling Short Stories Through Song
Bill Moody, Don Bruns, and Stacy Allen explore how music can function as storytelling in its purest form. They discuss how songs can deliver full narratives with character, conflict, and resolution, and share live examples that show how melody and lyrics work together...
