Television often gets sheriff’s offices wrong. Officer Mike Breedlove offers a realistic look inside daily operations, explaining how real procedures, responsibilities, and decision-making differ from Hollywood portrayals. Writers gain a grounded understanding of how a sheriff’s office actually functions and how to portray it accurately on the page.
Twists and Turns: Crafting Plots That Keep Readers Guessing
A great twist feels surprising without feeling unfair. Jennifer Sadera, Kemper Donovan, Millie Hast, Peter Rosch, and Terry Friedman explore how to design plot turns that raise stakes and redirect expectations. This session focuses on misdirection, payoff, and...




