What was it really like to serve in the U.S. Secret Service before the modern era of technology and surveillance? Former agent Steve Stratton shares firsthand experiences from his service in the 1970s and 1980s, offering insight into daily operations, high stakes assignments, and the challenges of protecting national leaders. This session gives writers rare perspective on a world few ever see from the inside.
Using YA Tropes Without Writing a Cliché
Kate Hart and Rae Ann Parker offer a practical introduction to common settings and character archetypes in young adult fiction. Using clear examples, they show how writers can use these familiar elements effectively while still creating fresh and original stories.
