What is daily life really like inside the Central Intelligence Agency? Bill Rapp offers an insider’s perspective on intelligence work, explaining common acronyms, organizational structure, and the realities behind the mystique. This session helps writers bring authenticity and nuance to espionage and thriller fiction by grounding stories in how intelligence operations actually work.
Novel Malpractice: Why Medical Scenes Feel Fake and How to Fix Them
Medical scenes in fiction are full of small inaccuracies that readers notice immediately. Dr. Ronda Wells breaks down the medical myths that appear most often in books and films, from mishandled emergencies to unrealistic hospital routines. This session gives writers...




