Great stories often begin when a protagonist’s world falls apart. In this session, authors discuss how placing characters in difficult and dangerous situations drives plot, reveals character, and creates the emotional tension that keeps readers invested.
The Police Mistakes That Instantly Break a Crime Novel
Real police work brings texture and credibility to crime fiction when it is portrayed correctly. Allan E. Ansorge, Gary Jones, Rick Reed, and Trey Barker draw on firsthand law enforcement experience to discuss how policing informs their writing. This session...




