In this compelling discussion, authors who write about addiction, violence, and psychological instability share how their professional experiences inform their storytelling. They explore the mental and emotional realities behind alcohol, drugs, weapons, and criminal behavior, revealing how careful research and real-world insight create fiction that feels unsettlingly authentic.
What Writers Should Be Reading and Why
Reading is one of a writer’s most important tools. Kelly Brakenhoff, Neda Lopez, Philip Cioffari, Richard Schwartz, and Tom Wallace discuss the books that have shaped their craft, inspired their work, and supported their research. This session explores how thoughtful...
