What does it really take to live undercover without losing yourself or getting killed? Former undercover narcotics agent Chris Berg takes writers inside the realities of covert work, from building believable cover identities to managing constant risk and isolation. This session explores both the logistics and the emotional toll of undercover operations, helping writers create characters and plots that feel authentic and earned.
Dark Roots: How the South and Appalachia Shaped American Gothic
Michael Amos Cody traces the journey of Gothic fiction from its European origins to its distinctly American evolution. He explores how Southern and Appalachian landscapes, histories, and cultural tensions reshaped the genre into something darker, more intimate, and...
