What do intelligence agencies really do, and how is that different from police work? This session clears up common misconceptions about intelligence operations and explains how agencies like the CIA focus on collecting and analyzing information rather than making arrests. Writers learn what roles realistically exist inside intelligence organizations, from field operatives to analysts and support staff, making it easier to create believable espionage characters and storylines.
When Characters Collide: Using Conflict to Reveal Truth
Kimberly Collins, Marcy McCreary, and Robert Mangeot explore how opposing characters shape story dynamics. They discuss how conflict, chemistry, and contrast reveal deeper truths about theme, motivation, and human nature, helping writers create richer and more...
