Cathy Pickens, Milton C. Toby, Patricia Winton, and Randy Rawls discuss how authors can use public speaking to strengthen their platform and personal brand. They share insight into finding speaking opportunities, preparing engaging presentations, and connecting with audiences in meaningful ways.
From Real Experience to Real Espionage
Bill Rapp shows how real-world experience can elevate espionage fiction. He discusses how authenticity, lived detail, and moral conflict bring spy stories to life, helping writers create believable narratives filled with tension, consequence, and emotional weight.




