How technology shapes both crime and justice is changing faster than ever. Hilary Davidson, Chris Knopf, J.T. Ellison, Kristy Montee, and Sam Reaves explore how police and criminals actually use technology in the real world and how those tools translate onto the page. This session focuses on accuracy, credibility, and practical ways writers can use modern tech to raise stakes and deepen realism in crime fiction.
Murder in the Great Outdoors: When Nature Becomes the Most Dangerous Character
Curt Wendelboe, Paul Doiron, R.J. Harlick, Sasscer Hill, and Stephen Booth discuss what happens when mysteries leave the city behind. They explore how wild landscapes heighten danger, test characters, and become an active force in the story, shaping both suspense and...




