Truth is often stranger than fiction, especially in Florida. In this session, Florida-based authors explore the origins of the infamous “Florida Man” phenomenon, discuss how real-life headlines influence their stories, and examine the unique people, places, and culture that make the Sunshine State such fertile ground for crime fiction.
Kathryn Lasky on Reinvention, Creativity, and a Life of Storytelling
Award-winning author Kathryn Lasky joins Clay Stafford for an inspiring conversation about building a lifelong writing career across genres and audiences. She reflects on her journey from children’s and fantasy fiction to adult work inspired by real life, sharing...




