Cathy Pickens, Donna Andrews, Jaden (Beth) Terrell, Kathryn Wall, and Tina Whittle explore what gives Southern mysteries their unmistakable flavor. From voice and humor to rhythm and setting, they discuss how Southern culture and sense of place bring warmth, wit, and depth to crime fiction.
Inside the Power Structure of Prison Gangs
Drawing on deep professional experience, James L’Etoile takes listeners inside the closed world of prison gangs. This session breaks down how these groups form, how power is maintained, and what motivates loyalty and violence behind bars. Writers gain a realistic...




