When real crimes dominate the news cycle, how do writers tell those stories responsibly and powerfully? Jackie Barrett, Jane Turzillo, Rick Porrello, and Thomas H. Cook discuss the challenges of writing true crime drawn from headlines, with a focus on ethics, empathy, and narrative tension. This session explores how to honor real people while still crafting stories that hold readers from start to finish.
TBI (Tennessee Bureau of Investigation): How State Investigators Handle the Big Cases
How does a state level investigative agency operate behind the scenes? Special Agent Dan Royce offers an inside look at the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, including its history, structure, and investigative process. This session helps writers understand how major...
