International settings can add depth, atmosphere, and intrigue to a mystery. In this session, panelists discuss the global locations featured in their crime novels and how culture, geography, and local history influence their plots, characters, and investigations.
How Hitchcock Still Teaches Us Suspense
Riley Sager and Tracy Brogan examine the lasting influence of Alfred Hitchcock on suspense, thriller, and crime storytelling. They explore his use of tension, pacing, and psychological depth, and how his techniques continue to shape modern crime and thriller narratives.
