Bruce DeSilva, Cathy Wiley, Hannah Dennison, Hilary Davidson, Joy Castro, Katrina Holm, and Robert Olen Butler explore mysteries where writers become detectives. They discuss metafiction, creativity, and the intriguing overlap between the act of writing and the act of solving a crime.
Writing Humor in Mystery Fiction
Humor can add energy, character, and balance to a mystery. In this session, panelists discuss why they incorporate humor into their novels and share strategies for using wit and comedic moments to enhance storytelling and engage readers.




