Private investigators have long been staples of crime fiction, but today’s PIs often look very different from the classic stereotype. In this session, authors discuss how modern private investigators have evolved, exploring the skills, backgrounds, and challenges that shape contemporary PI characters.
A Police Officer’s Guide to Common Errors in Crime Fiction
Even small mistakes can undermine an otherwise strong crime story. Chris Berg and Paul James Smith draw on real law enforcement experience to walk writers through the errors they see most often in crime fiction. This session focuses on practical corrections and...




