Crime fiction and true crime often begin with the same question: what does justice really look like? Amanda Kyle Williams, Connie Dial, Michelle Gagnon, and Vicki Delany share how their experiences with true crime and law enforcement inspired stories that balance procedural detail with emotional truth. This session looks at where justice, morality, and humanity meet on the page.
What Makes Kids Fall in Love with Books
Chris Grabenstein, David Neilsen, Jane Suen, Liz Gadder, and Sheila Sobel discuss the art of writing children’s books. They explore character creation, imagination, and how storytelling can inspire joy, curiosity, and a lifelong love of reading.




