Writing about sexual assault requires accuracy, care, and a deep understanding of how these cases unfold. Retired Anchorage Police Department sergeant Mark Rein draws on years of investigative experience to explain the realities of sexual assault investigations. This session focuses on process, survivor experience, and the systemic challenges investigators face, giving writers the insight needed to approach this subject with responsibility and truth.
Murder With a Southern Voice
Cathy Pickens, Donna Andrews, Jaden (Beth) Terrell, Kathryn Wall, and Tina Whittle explore what gives Southern mysteries their unmistakable flavor. From voice and humor to rhythm and setting, they discuss how Southern culture and sense of place bring warmth, wit, and...
