Caroline Todd, Charles Todd, John Graves, Parnell Hall, Stuart Neville, and Val McDermid share stories and memories from the beloved mystery conference Magna Cum Murder, reflecting on what made it special and how it shaped their writing lives.
What Makes a Story Gritty? From Traditional Mystery to True Crime
What does “grit” really mean in crime fiction? In this session, authors explore how grit appears across the genre, from traditional mysteries to thrillers and true crime. Panelists discuss the elements that give stories their edge and how gritty storytelling differs...




