Writing about sexual assault requires accuracy, care, and a deep understanding of how these cases unfold. Retired Anchorage Police Department sergeant Mark Rein draws on years of investigative experience to explain the realities of sexual assault investigations. This session focuses on process, survivor experience, and the systemic challenges investigators face, giving writers the insight needed to approach this subject with responsibility and truth.
How Publishing Decisions Are Really Made
A representative from Kensington Publishing Corp. explains how the publishing industry functions from the inside. This session explores how different genres are developed, marketed, and positioned in the marketplace, offering insight into how publishing decisions are...




