Firearms and Personal Safety Measures for Authors and their Writing
From 10:15 am until 12:15 pm
At Hybrid Meeting in Person and On Zoom
101 Library Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Marcus Melnick has 35 years in public safety (Security, Law Enforcement, and Firefighting). He is a published author, court recognized expert witness, and second-generation inventor. Notably, he managed security functions at Chicagoland Hospitals and School Districts, as well as management positions at two Chicago area police/fire departments.
Melnick conducts adult education training seminars in a variety of anti-violence responses. He hosts a radio program called, “The Personal Safety Show,” has his own YouTube channel, and speaks publicly on a regular basis.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@firearmmentor9963
Website: https://firearmmentor.com/
Firearms & Personal Safety for Writers
Join Marcus Melnick for a Zoom workshop that brings real-world expertise to crime fiction. With 35 years in public safety spanning security, law enforcement, and firefighting, Marcus offers writers a practical, no-nonsense look at firearms and personal safety. A published author, court-recognized expert witness, and second-generation inventor, he has managed security for Chicagoland hospitals, school districts, and police and fire departments.
This session focuses on firearm fundamentals, safety, legal realities, and realistic portrayal in fiction—cutting through myths to help writers create credible scenes. Marcus also draws on his experience teaching anti-violence strategies, hosting The Personal Safety Show, and producing educational content on YouTube. Writers will leave better equipped to write authentically, responsibly, and with confidence.
