Writing often requires long hours alone, but an author’s career extends far beyond the page. In this session, authors discuss balancing solitude with community, managing deadlines, surviving “book jail,” and building a sustainable writing life while staying connected to readers and fellow writers.
Writing Women at the Center of Mystery
Women’s fiction within the mystery genre brings a distinct emotional lens to crime and suspense. Amy Rivers, Kelly Oliver, Marion Moore Hill, and Saralyn Richard talk about what sets these stories apart, focusing on character depth, relationships, and perspective....




