Credible crime fiction depends on getting procedures right. Former military police officer Mark Zeid walks writers through what actually happens at a crime scene, from first response to follow up. This session breaks down real world police procedures in a clear, practical way, helping writers portray investigations with confidence and authority.
Writing Resilience: Turning Struggle into Powerful Story
Writers discuss resilience on and off the page. Explore how characters face impossible odds, how struggle shapes story, and how to portray triumph and survival with honesty and emotional power.




