Strong stories are built on layered conflict, not just a single source of tension. Bruce Robert Coffin, Carol Orange, Evelyn Donahoe, Hank Phillippi Ryan, Jule Selbo, and Lynn Slaughter examine how conflict operates on personal, professional, and relational levels. Writers will learn how to reignite stalled scenes, balance competing pressures, and use character choices to deepen tension throughout the story.
The Forensic Details Readers Believe
Small forensic mistakes can break a reader’s trust. Retired forensic supervisor and DNA analyst Joe Minor explains why accuracy matters and which details readers notice most. This session shares real-world insight that helps writers create crime fiction that feels...
