Not every murder is as straightforward as it first appears. Doug Starr, Jan Burke, Jonathan Hayes, Leslie Budewitz, Marcia Clark, and Stefanie Pintoff discuss how fiction writers can responsibly incorporate forensic science, investigative procedures, and legal realities into their stories. This session examines accuracy, ethics, and narrative impact, showing how grounding fiction in real forensic practice strengthens both credibility and suspense.
Why Small Towns Are Perfect for Murder
Moderated by Mike Brown, Debra Gaskill, Jeffrey Philips, and Rick Reed explore why small towns make such powerful settings for mysteries. They discuss close knit communities, buried secrets, and how familiarity can heighten suspicion, tension, and character driven...
