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.
Why We’re Drawn to Dark Stories
Baron R. Birtcher, Chris Knopf, Damian Berry, David Freed, and Hilary Davidson explore what draws writers and readers to dark fiction. They discuss how to write stories that confront the darker sides of human nature while also navigating the publishing realities of a...
