What does a forensic pathologist actually learn from the dead? Bradley Harper draws on his career in autopsies and forensic death investigation to explain how causes of death are determined and documented. He also discusses how this real-world experience informs his approach to writing historical crime fiction, giving writers insight into blending medical accuracy with compelling storytelling.
The Psychology Behind Page-Turning Stories
Keeping readers engaged is as much about psychology as craft. Susan Finch, associate professor and dean at Belmont University, explores how the brain responds to story and why certain openings pull us forward. This session focuses on first chapter fundamentals and the...
