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 the mystery itself.
Starting Again: Building a Writing Life After Another Career
Darlene Dziomba, David Ryan, Lynn Slaughter, Mary McFarland, and Pamela Ebel share how they transitioned into writing after other careers. They discuss drawing on past experiences, marketing effectively, handling rejection, and building meaningful connections with...
