Authors discuss writing crime fiction for middle-grade readers, focusing on the young sleuths they’ve created and the mentors who guide them. This session explores the unique challenges and rewards of crafting mysteries for pre-teen audiences, from age-appropriate stakes to characters that inspire curiosity, courage, and problem-solving.
Stepping Into Another Gender’s Voiceom a Different Gender
Allan E. Ansorge, Chris Kelsey, Ernest Lancaster, J.R. Ripley, Jeremy Finley, and Nancy West discuss the art of writing characters of a different gender. They explore authenticity, empathy, and the craft techniques that help writers avoid stereotypes while deepening...
