Bryan Gruel, David Hewson, Reed Farrel Coleman, and S. J. Rozan reflect on their personal and creative responses to the events of September 11. They discuss how writers can approach terrorism and tragedy with care, honesty, and emotional truth while honoring the human experience behind the history.
Handling Intimacy on the Page and Screen
Intimate scenes on screen must be handled with care and intention. Billy Mernit explores how to write romantic and erotic moments for film that feel honest and emotionally resonant. This session examines how to avoid clichés, respect character boundaries, and ensure...
