Planning does not limit creativity, it can unlock it. Jeffrey Philips, J.J. Renek, Kari Bovee, Ley Esses, Mally Becker, and Wendy Gee discuss outlining approaches that range from detailed spreadsheets to flexible index cards. This session explores how structured planning can deepen story logic, sharpen twists, and support confident drafting.
Fact-Checking Your Writing: The Small Errors Readers Always Notice
Even small factual errors can break a reader’s trust. Experienced law enforcement professionals explain the inaccuracies they see most often in crime fiction and nonfiction and why those details matter. This session shows writers how to verify information, check...
