Real police work brings texture and credibility to crime fiction when it is portrayed correctly. Allan E. Ansorge, Gary Jones, Rick Reed, and Trey Barker draw on firsthand law enforcement experience to discuss how policing informs their writing. This session highlights common misconceptions, practical corrections, and storytelling choices that help investigative scenes feel authentic and earned.
The Art of the Supporting Cast
Supporting characters can elevate a story or steal it outright. In this panel, authors discuss how to create memorable secondary characters who deepen the narrative without overshadowing the protagonist. They share techniques for managing character balance, sharpening...
