Not every murder is as straightforward as it first appears. Doug Starr, Jan Burke, Jonathan Hayes, Leslie Budewitz, Marcia Clark, and Stefanie Pintoff discuss how fiction writers can responsibly incorporate forensic science, investigative procedures, and legal realities into their stories. This session examines accuracy, ethics, and narrative impact, showing how grounding fiction in real forensic practice strengthens both credibility and suspense.
What Writers Get Wrong When They Write About the Military
Military fiction often falls apart on small but telling details. Luis Rosas, a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, walks writers through the mistakes he sees most often when authors portray military life. Drawing on firsthand experience, he explains how service members...
