The criminal justice system is far more complex than television makes it seem. Ernest Lancaster, Ida Mae Jones, Lewis Allan, Mark Zeid, Marty Ludlum, and Philip Kushner offer writers a clear look at how the system actually functions, from procedure to decision making. This session addresses common myths, explains what really happens behind the scenes, and points writers toward reliable ways to get legal details right.
Finding the Heart of Your Novel and Communicating it Clearly
Struggling to explain your story clearly? This session helps writers define the heart of their novel using focus, theme, and loglines so readers immediately understand what the story is about and why it matters.




