Amateur Sleuths: Writing Ordinary People Solving Crimes

Amateur sleuths bring a unique perspective to mystery fiction. In this session, panelists discuss the challenges of writing everyday characters who become investigators, balancing long running series with fresh ideas, and using real world settings to create believable and engaging mysteries.

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Editing Secrets Writers Learn Too Late

Learn the editing secrets every writer wishes they knew sooner. Bud Tower, Elaine Ash, Gretchen Stelter, John DeDakis, Kathryn Lasky, and Rodney Walther share strategies for revising, getting effective feedback, and turning a good draft into a professional-quality...