Moral choices can be just as gripping as physical danger. Chris Berg and Paul James Smith examine how ethical dilemmas deepen crime fiction by forcing characters to confront consequence and conscience. This session focuses on using moral conflict to heighten tension, complicate character decisions, and give stories lasting emotional weight.
The Relationships That Shape a Writing Career
Avram Lavinsky, Kim Black, Les Edgerton, Lynn Chandler Willis, Sam Severn, and Steven Hutson explore how writers can build and sustain meaningful mentorships and professional networks. They share practical strategies for finding mentors, forming authentic connections,...
