Good surveillance is quiet, deliberate, and far more demanding than fiction suggests. R.T. Lawton offers an insider’s look at how surveillance actually works, from blending into everyday environments to maintaining focus over long stretches of time. Writers learn practical techniques and small details that make private investigator scenes feel believable rather than staged.
Collaborative Writing Processes
Mike Rubin, Barbara Allan, Max Allan Collins, Paula Gail Benson, and Susan Page Davis discuss the art of co-authoring, sharing insights on communication, negotiation, and maintaining creative harmony while blending multiple voices into one cohesive story.




