Claire Lamb moderates Alex Marwood, Christopher Farnsworth, Glen Erik Hamilton, and Gregg Hurwitz in a deep dive into dark, psychologically layered fiction. They discuss what makes a story truly unsettling, how to build complexity without losing readers, and why darkness can be so compelling when handled with care.
The Psychological Cost of Wearing the Badge
Behind the uniform are human beings carrying stress, trauma, and responsibility long after the call ends. Ellen Kirschman draws on her work as a clinical psychologist and her experience with law enforcement and first responders to explore the emotional realities of...




