Alan Russell, Anne Cleeland, David Housewright, Sean Lynch, Stanley Trollip, and Ted Hertel compare three types of detectives: police officers, private investigators, and amateur sleuths. They discuss the strengths and limits of each, and how choosing the right kind of investigator shapes plot, tension, and reader connection.
Addiction, Violence, and the Psychology of Crime
In this compelling discussion, authors who write about addiction, violence, and psychological instability share how their professional experiences inform their storytelling. They explore the mental and emotional realities behind alcohol, drugs, weapons, and criminal...
