Domestic violence and sexual assault demand careful, informed storytelling. In this session, a prosecutor offers insight into how these cases are investigated and prosecuted, while dispelling common myths and examining offender behavior and toxicology. The discussion emphasizes trauma-informed perspectives and provides writers with tools to portray victims and survivors with depth, accuracy, and compassion.
Understanding Today’s YA Market
Moderated by Lisa Malice, Desiree Brown, Holly McClure, Kimberly Dana, Sharon Marchisello, and Sheila Sobel discuss the evolving YA market. They talk about what draws them to the genre and how writers can craft stories that reflect the interests and realities of...




