When emotions are high and lives are on the line, words matter more than force. Homicide detective and crime novelist Rick Reed draws on real-world experience resolving high-stakes crises through communication and empathy. This session explores how negotiators build trust under pressure, read human behavior, and defuse volatile situations, giving writers powerful tools for creating tense, emotionally grounded scenes.
Marketing Without Social Media
Kem Hinton, Lois Winston, Lynn Slaughter, and Traci Abramson explore creative marketing approaches for authors who prefer not to live on social media, offering practical ways to connect with readers and build visibility without constant posting.
