Every crime scene tells a story if you know how to read it. Royce Wilson guides writers through the fundamentals of crime scene investigation, explaining how professionals estimate time of death, interpret body temperature, and evaluate physical clues. This session helps writers understand how investigators reconstruct events so scenes feel grounded, logical, and authentic.
Crafting Backstories That Deepen Character and Plot
Alan Elliott, Cathy Rueter, Gay Yellen, Kit Sanders, Leigh Hull, and Lynn Slaughter discuss how strong backstories deepen motivation and strengthen plot. They share techniques for building believable histories that support emotional authenticity in fiction.
