White-collar crime rarely looks the way fiction portrays it. Jack Sharman, a white-collar criminal defense lawyer and writer, breaks down how these crimes really work, challenging common assumptions and popular myths. This session introduces ten counterintuitive truths that help writers portray fraud, corruption, and financial crime with clarity, tension, and authenticity.
Charlaine Harris on Craft, Career, and Building a Loyal Readership
Charlaine Harris and McKenna Jordan talk about Harris’s writing inspirations, her path to success, and the work ethic that shaped her career. She reflects on building a loyal readership, balancing creativity with craft, and staying motivated across projects.




