Jaden Beth Terrell, Carrie Smith, Charles Kowalski, Christine Husom, and Marc Rainer share practical strategies for writing page turning mysteries and thrillers. They discuss plotting, believable motives, pacing, and how to sustain tension from the opening scene through the final twist.
The Power of Mentorship and Community in a Writing Life
Duane Swierczynski, Hilary Davidson, and Laura Lippman share how discipline, mentorship, and community have shaped their writing lives. They discuss building confidence, sustaining momentum, and finding support through professional relationships.




