Writing about terrorism requires more than headlines and spectacle. T.J. O’Connor draws on four decades of experience in anti terrorism to explain how terror operations actually function and how governments work to stop them. This session gives writers insight into motivation, planning, intelligence gathering, and countermeasures, helping them portray terrorism and response efforts with realism, nuance, and credibility.
Breaking Through Creative Resistance and Finding Your Flow Again
Debra Gaskill, Linda Sands, Lori Rader-Day, M.T. Falgoust, Mike Faricy, and Shaun Harris share practical approaches to overcoming writer’s block. They offer techniques for reigniting creativity, building momentum, and developing sustainable writing habits.




