Christie Louis, Debra Gaskill, Diane Sismour, Kate Brooks, Marc Overlock, and Mary Beth Magee share strategies for treating writing as a business. They discuss promotion, branding, and professional practices that help turn creative work into a sustainable career.
Why Traditional Mysteries Feel Like Comfort Reads
Traditional mysteries offer familiarity, structure, and satisfying resolution that keep readers coming back. In this session, authors explore why these stories feel comforting, from beloved tropes to predictable patterns, and how writers can use these elements to...




