Show versus tell is often misunderstood and just as often misapplied. Kristy Montee and Kelly Nichols break down what showing really looks like on the page, focusing on sensory detail, emotion, and action. This session clarifies how to make scenes feel immediate and alive without overexplaining or overwhelming the reader.
Just the Facts: When Reporters Become the Detective
Ellen Crosby, Hank Phillippi Ryan, LynDee Walker, R.G. Belsky, and Susan Union draw on their newsroom experience to talk about writing journalists as crime solvers. They discuss investigative instincts, ethical dilemmas, and how truth seeking and deadlines create...
