Legal details can quietly undermine an otherwise great story. In this session, C.A. Rowland, Erika Stribling, Greg Laird, J.B. Manning, Miranda Darrow, and Paula Gail Benson tackle the legal misconceptions that most often trip writers up. They discuss courtroom accuracy, correct use of legal language, and how the justice system really moves, helping writers balance realism with pacing so legal scenes feel sharp, credible, and dramatically effective.
Making Setting an Unforgettable Part of Mystery
A strong setting can elevate a mystery into something unforgettable. Learn how to research unfamiliar locations, write convincingly about places you have never visited, and turn setting into an active force in your story.
