Is self-publishing truly a sustainable path or just a fallback? A.K. Amherst, Charlie Pearson, Debra Gaskill, and Linda Falgoust share their real journeys into independent publishing, speaking candidly about creative control, marketing realities, and long-term career growth. This session offers an honest look at what works, what does not, and how writers can decide if self-publishing fits their goals.
Crime in Tinseltown: Hollywood Secrets and High-Stakes Crime
Diana Gould, Melodie Johnson Howe, and Sheila York pull back the curtain on Hollywood as a setting for crime fiction. Drawing on insider experience, they explore how fame, illusion, ambition, and power create fertile ground for suspense, secrets, and high-stakes drama.
