Vice work lives in a space where danger, temptation, and moral ambiguity collide. Mark Rein, a retired detective sergeant from Alaska, shares firsthand stories from his career working vice cases. This session gives writers a candid look at how vice units operate and how to portray the risks, complexity, and ethical tension that define this kind of undercover work.
The Art of Sustained Suspense
Suspense is not about shock moments but about control. Rhonda Pollero breaks down how to build tension deliberately across an entire novel, showing how pacing, information management, and emotional stakes work together to keep readers leaning forward. This session...
