Poison has long been a favorite tool in fiction, but getting it right requires more than mystery and menace. Judith Rochelle, Dan Royse, Doug Woodward, Linda Duncan, and Lois Schmitt explore how poison is actually used in the real world, from toxicology and delivery methods to timing and detection. This session shows writers how to use poison in ways that feel believable, purposeful, and grounded in reality rather than cliché.
Finding and Trusting Your Authentic Writing Voice
Katherine Hutchinson Hayes delivers an inspiring keynote on embracing authenticity as a writer. She explores the role of voice, courage, and connection in sustaining a meaningful creative life.
