Real courtrooms are often stranger, funnier, and more revealing than fiction. Addie J. King, Jay Drescher, Marsha Lyons, and Terri Coop share odd, unexpected, and sometimes hilarious stories pulled from actual court cases. This session encourages writers to mine courthouses for inspiration, showing how observation, overheard dialogue, and real legal absurdities can spark unforgettable story ideas.
Inside the Author–Agent Partnership
Literary agent Amy Burkhardt explains how agents and authors work together throughout the publishing process. She discusses how agents discover new clients, how they support a writer’s career, and what helps build a successful long-term partnership.
