Debbi Mack, Gary Bush, Mike Cooper, and R.T. Lawton dig into the real challenges of writing short fiction versus longer work. They talk candidly about why short stories are often undervalued, how genre expectations shape storytelling choices, and what writers need to understand to make both forms work.
Mystery’s Best Friends: Why Readers Love Pets in Mysteries
Ali Brandon, John Clement, Neil Plakcy, Sparkle Abbey, and Waverly Curtis focus on the role of pets in mystery fiction. They discuss how cats, dogs, and other companions can reflect their owners’ personalities, heighten emotional stakes, and become memorable parts of...
