Alana White, Carmen Amato, Linda Petrilli Duncan, and Thomas A. Burns Jr. discuss what makes historical mysteries so compelling. They explore how to balance research with imagination, find reliable sources, and build richly detailed worlds that draw readers into the past.
Writing Intimate Scenes That Feel Real
Effective sex scenes feel authentic and emotionally grounded. D. Alan Lewis, Michael A. Black, Nicole Nelson Hicks, Philip Cioffari, and Steven Womack explore how to write intimacy that serves character and plot. This session focuses on purpose, tone, and balance,...




