Report on the PSWA Writers Conference
This will be an overview. This was a fantastic conference all the way around. It began with a pre-conference workshop. These are always small so we can really spend some time with folks, especially those who sent in page from work in progress to be critiqued. We had presentations on description (my topic), plotting etc.,by Mike Black, and more on writing by Mar Preston. Registration began at 3 and I like to be there and greet all those who come. So fun to meet new people and see old friends. The reception followed. Friday began with an excellent presentation by Mike Brandt who spoke about developing your character. A panel on weapons followed with experts who use them and collect them. Romancing the scene came next, a panel of authors. J.L. Greger and Gloria Casale did an excellent job telling us about poisons. A panel of those who write nonfiction gave some tips on exploring the non-fiction marketplace. And a panel everyone loves about Cops--Mi...