Clay Stafford gives a presentation on the importance of contrast in storytelling. He explains that contrast is crucial for creating interesting narratives and can be incorporated into various aspects of a story: characters, environments, dialogue, and plot structure.
Women Who Own the Page
Elaine Viets, joined by Andrew Mayne, Diane Vallere, Hillary Davidson, and James W. Ziskin, discuss how women are portrayed in mystery fiction. They explore empowerment, representation, and the balance between strength, intelligence, and authenticity in female...




