Human trafficking is one of the most misunderstood crimes, both in life and on the page. Drawing on firsthand experience as a police officer, Mike Brieba explains how trafficking cases actually unfold, what warning signs investigators look for, and where fiction often goes wrong. This session guides writers in approaching the subject with accuracy, responsibility, and respect for victims.
Laura Lippman, S.J. Rozan, and Val McDermid on Women, Writing, and the Industry
Joseph Hinder leads a candid discussion with Laura Lippman, S.J. Rozan, and Val McDermid as they explore genre, creative identity, and the persistence of misogyny in awards and publishing. Their conversation offers thoughtful and honest perspectives from some of crime...
