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Interview Techniques for True Crime and General Fiction Research

Presented by: AM Adair | David Bushman | Joe Shulkin | John DeDakis | Lynn Chandler Willis | Patrick Kendrick
Categories: Fiction | Interview | Research | True Crime

Great interviews can unlock details no amount of desk research will reveal. A.M. Adair, David Bushman, Joe Shulkin, John DeDakis, Lynn Chandler Willis, and Patrick Kendrick share practical advice on preparing for interviews, asking better questions, and building trust with sources. This session covers ethical considerations and techniques for drawing out revealing insights that bring authenticity to both fiction and true crime writing.

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