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.
Faith, Doubt, and the Detective’s Moral Compass
Michael Amos Cody explores the intersection of faith and mystery fiction. He examines what defines a pious detective and how belief, doubt, and moral conviction can shape motivation, conflict, and meaning within a mystery narrative.
