Howard Shrier, Jack Blutus, Jack Fredrickson, Les Roberts, and Lisa Black celebrate the private investigator as a lasting figure in crime fiction. They discuss independence, personal codes of ethics, and why the PI continues to thrive from classic noir through contemporary thrillers.
When Characters Collide: Using Conflict to Reveal Truth
Kimberly Collins, Marcy McCreary, and Robert Mangeot explore how opposing characters shape story dynamics. They discuss how conflict, chemistry, and contrast reveal deeper truths about theme, motivation, and human nature, helping writers create richer and more...




