There is no single formula for success, but proven strategies can make a difference. Introduced by Richard Helms, bestselling author J.A. Konrath shares his path to success in self-publishing, discussing the choices, innovations, and mindset that helped him grow a thriving independent career. This session offers practical insight and inspiration grounded in real results rather than theory.
From the Newsroom to the Novel
Bruce DeSilva, Carolyn Hart, Craig McDonald, Julie Kramer, and Sara Blædel talk about the leap from journalism to fiction. They discuss how reporting sharpened their sense of realism, detail, and setting, and how truth learned on the job strengthens storytelling on...




