Unpopular Opinions in Crime and Mystery Fiction

Mystery & Crime • Writing Craft
2018
Featuring Christa Faust, Danny Gardner, Kieran Shea, Kristen Sullivan, Renee Asher Pickup

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Every writer has a few opinions that challenge conventional wisdom. In this lively discussion, panelists share their unconventional takes on crime and mystery fiction, exploring genre expectations, publishing trends, representation, and the ways diverse voices and shared experiences continue to shape the future of crime writing.

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