Beyond the Classics: How Crime Fiction Has Evolved

Mystery & Crime • Writing Life & Creativity
2014
Featuring Charles Kelly, Gary Phillps, Max Allan Collins, Peter Rozovsky, Richard Brewer, Sara J. Henry

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Dashiell Hammett, Raymond Chandler, and Mickey Spillane helped define modern crime fiction. In this session, authors explore how the genre has evolved beyond these foundational voices, examining how today’s writers build on their legacy while introducing new styles, themes, and perspectives.

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