Moderated by Linda Sands, Jane Bock, John Carenen, Linda Lovely, Lois Winston, and Maria Hudgins focus on how setting shapes an amateur sleuth. They discuss how environment influences behavior, opportunity, and credibility, and why place matters as much as personality.
Using Real History to Deepen Crime Fiction
Craig McDonald talks about using real historical figures and events in crime fiction. He explores how drawing from history can add authenticity, depth, and texture while still leaving room for imagination and storytelling freedom.
