Why are writers and readers drawn to stories about serial killers? Chelsea Cain, Jennifer Hillier, Jennifer McMahon, Patrick Kendrick, and Rick Mercer discuss the dark appeal of the genre and what defines compelling serial killer fiction. This session explores fascination, fear, and moral tension, helping writers understand how to write about evil without glorifying it.
Writing Intimacy: When and Why It Matters in Storytelling
Intimate scenes can add depth, vulnerability, and realism to a story when used with purpose. In this session, authors discuss the role of intimacy in fiction, how it supports character development, and when it enhances the narrative rather than distracts from it.
