Live Talk: Writing Authentic Police Work
Schedule
Sun, 09 Mar, 2025 at 02:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
63 S. 6th St., Fort Smith, AR | Fort Smith, AR
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Drop the Pen! What Every Writer Should Know About Real Police WorkCalling All Writers, Screenwriters, and Mystery Enthusiasts!
Join us for a riveting 75-minute talk designed to bust myths about police work in storytelling, delivered by a fellow writer and thirty-year public safety veteran. Whether you're crafting the next bestselling thriller or just want to impress your book club with insider knowledge, this event is for you.
What You’ll Experience:
• Walk step-by-step through a fictional murder investigation, from the discovery of the body to the arrest.
• Uncover the truth about investigative procedures and techniques commonly botched in prose, television, and film.
• Learn the outrageous differences between fictional portrayals and real-life police work.
• Get insider tips for bringing authenticity to your writing while keeping readers on the edge of their seats.
Why Attend?
Delivered with humor and storytelling flair, this talk promises to educate and entertain. You'll walk away better equipped to write authentic crime scenes—or just laugh knowingly at the next TV detective's blunders!
Don’t miss this insightful and fun-filled event that shines a lighthearted lens on the real world of police investigations.
Perfect for writers, true-crime fans, and anyone who loves a good laugh!
About the speaker:
David “D.L.” Williams is a public safety veteran with assignments including paramedicine, patrol in high-need areas, helicopter rescue, mental health liaison, and violent crime investigations as a detective.
During his thirty-year career, Williams was twice named Officer of the Year by the Fraternal Order of Police, and he has been recognized by Rotary Club, the American Legion, and the National Coalition Against Sexual Violence for his work with families and children in crisis.
Williams is a monthly columnist with Killer Nashville Magazine. He teaches criminology at the University of Arkansas, and he is a bestselling author on topics related to violence prevention and victimology. He and his family have settled in the Ozark Mountains where they offer a haven for donkeys and horses who previously endured a rough life
Coffee provided!
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Where is it happening?
63 S. 6th St., Fort Smith, AR, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
