Albert Bell, Jeri Westerson, Marilyn Todd, Peg Herring, and Sharan Newman explore mysteries set in the ancient world. They discuss research challenges, historical authenticity, and how universal human motives make stories from long ago feel surprisingly modern.
Misdirection That Plays Fair with the Reader
Misdirection keeps readers guessing while fair play keeps them satisfied. Saralyn Richard, Jill Orr, Mariah Fredericks, and Rich Zahradnik explore how to design red herrings that surprise without cheating the reader. This session focuses on balancing intrigue, logic,...
