Fingerprint evidence is a cornerstone of criminal investigation, but it is often misunderstood. An FBI agent explains how fingerprints are really collected, classified, and compared in modern investigations. This session clears up common myths and shows writers how fingerprint analysis actually works in the field and the lab.
Bringing Characters to Life Through Emotion and Detail
Allan Ansorge, Carmen Amato, Delphine Boswell, Jane Sevier, L.A. Chandler, and Merrilee Robson discuss how to create characters that stay with readers. They explore the use of sensory detail, emotional truth, and real life inspiration to bring characters to life.
