Beautiful language alone is not enough to carry a story. Moderated by Lisa Preston, Baron R. Birtcher, John Carenen, Justin Greenway, and Vinnie Hansen discuss how character depth, word choice, and emotional resonance work together to elevate prose. This session explores how thoughtful language enhances meaning, sharpens voice, and leaves a lasting impression on the reader.
Inside a Real Homicide Investigation
Homicide investigations follow a reality-driven process that fiction often simplifies or skips. Former investigator Jeff Shaw takes writers step by step through a real homicide case, from first response to final report. This session explains what actually happens at a...
