Joseph Hinder leads a candid discussion with Laura Lippman, S.J. Rozan, and Val McDermid as they explore genre, creative identity, and the persistence of misogyny in awards and publishing. Their conversation offers thoughtful and honest perspectives from some of crime fiction’s most respected voices.
The Anatomy of a Powerful Scene
Great scenes do more than show action. This session breaks down scene structure, point of view, and pacing, revealing how to balance character, tension, and intent so each scene moves the story forward with clarity and impact.




