In a Phone Booth With a Gorilla

Technically, I’m back from Left Coast Crime today, but since I wanted to make sure I had a post to share, I’m uploading this on Wednesday, before I leave. More on the conference in future posts.

One of my critique partners is a computer programmer by trade, and one of the things we frequently mention in our critiques is how much detail is needed, and when. His mind works in a very logical fashion, and he’s always looking at all the ‘what if’ possibilities. Normally, I’m pointing out where he d...