From shadowy noir streets to modern, high-stakes thrillers, Los Angeles has always been a city built for crime fiction. In this panel, authors explore how L.A.’s history, culture, and shifting neighborhoods have shaped crime stories across decades. They discuss how the city’s evolving landscape influences tone, character, and the kinds of crimes that feel true to each era.
Finding the Spark That Fuels Your Creative Work
Jason Fort leads a conversation with Amy Denton, D.B. Sieders, Debra Gaskill, Rea Frey, Rich Zahradnik, and Richard Helms about what inspires writers to create. They discuss how personal experience, curiosity, and passion shape meaningful work.
