Some of the most powerful evidence is nearly invisible. Linda Littlejohn, a former trace evidence examiner and supervisor for the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, walks writers through the world of trace and impression evidence. This session reveals how fibers, footprints, tool marks, and other subtle clues are analyzed and why they often play a crucial role in solving cases.
Flawed, Difficult, and Unforgettable Characters
Kim Hammond moderates a conversation with Brett Parks, Darryl James, Jeri Westerson, and Mara Purl about writing dysfunctional protagonists. They explore how flaws, impulses, and self sabotage can drive conflict, tension, and emotional truth within a story.
