Cultural differences can shape every aspect of a crime story. In this session, authors discuss how writing across cultures influences their plots, characters, and investigations. Panelists explore the challenges and opportunities of incorporating international perspectives and cultural details into crime fiction.
How Horror Works on the Page
Amanda Pavlov, Diane Sismour, and Nancy Sartor answer common questions about writing horror. Topics include when to introduce frightening elements, how to research effectively, and how to create characters who face terror in ways readers can believe and care about.




