Medical scenes in fiction are full of small inaccuracies that readers notice immediately. Dr. Ronda Wells breaks down the medical myths that appear most often in books and films, from mishandled emergencies to unrealistic hospital routines. This session gives writers practical strategies for creating medical scenes that feel authentic, informed, and dramatically effective.
Creating Characters Readers Instantly Connect With
Barbara Barnett, Claire Applewhite, Kimberly Collins, Mark Brazaitis, and R.G. Belsky discuss how to create layered, believable characters. Drawing from literary examples and personal experience, they explore what makes characters feel authentic and memorable.




