Private investigation is equal parts patience, technology, and legal restraint. Amy Drescher reveals the real tools investigators rely on, including tracking methods, databases, surveillance equipment, and the legal limits that shape every decision. This session gives writers a realistic look at how private investigators actually work and how to portray investigations without crossing into fantasy or cliché.
Robert Crais on Craft, Friendship, and the Making of a Bestseller
Renowned mystery author Robert Crais reflects on his journey from television writing to bestselling novels. He shares insights into his creative process, his friendship with Lee Child, and the personal influences that shape his storytelling life.



