How do major investigations unfold at the state level? Dan Royse shares behind the scenes insight from his work with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, explaining how large scale crime scenes are approached and managed. This session gives writers a realistic look at protocols, coordination, and decision making inside a state investigative agency.
Letting Characters Grow Older Without Losing Their Spark
Characters grow older just like people do. This panel explores how to write aging protagonists with honesty and depth, using time and experience to enrich character development across multiple books without losing energy or appeal.




