Not all serial offenders fit the same psychological mold. Richard Helms explores the mental makeup of serial killers and other repeat offenders, breaking down patterns of behavior and decision making. This session helps writers understand how these offenders operate, how they escalate, and what truly drives them, offering a deeper foundation for writing complex and believable antagonists.
Book Banning: Does It Affect You?
Amy Denton, J.B. Manning, S. Lee Manning, and Syreeta Butler engage in a timely discussion on censorship and the writer’s role as a defender of free expression—examining how book banning impacts authors, readers, and the broader literary landscape.
