Barbara Newhart, Cheryl Sommers, Erika Stribling, Greg Laird, and Percy Veer share how professional experience informs believable legal mysteries. They discuss research strategies, courtroom accuracy, and how to translate the complexities of the justice system into gripping, reader-friendly fiction.
Sharpening Your Story: Craft, Structure, and Meaning
This continuation of the workshop offers deeper feedback and discussion as writers share their work and receive guidance from experienced panelists. The session focuses on refining craft, strengthening structure, and elevating the overall impact of your storytelling.




