Investigating suicide cases requires both technical understanding and emotional sensitivity. A Tennessee Bureau of Investigation agent named Mike shares firsthand experience examining these cases, including the psychological factors involved and the profound impact on families and communities. This session helps writers approach the subject with realism, empathy, and respect for its complexity.
Choosing the Right Details That Keep a Story Moving
Great description brings a story to life while keeping it moving. Baron R. Birtcher, D.R. Ransdell, Jim Nesbitt, K.L. Murphy, MaryJean Zajac, and Michael Bradley share examples from their own work to show how they balance vivid detail with narrative drive. Writers...




