What happens to a mystery when there’s no cell phone, no internet, and no instant answers? In this panel, authors explore how changing technology shapes storytelling across different eras. They discuss the creative challenges of writing in the past, from slower investigations to limited communication, and share techniques for making historical settings feel vivid, suspenseful, and irresistible to modern readers.
Modern Espionage and Cybercrime on the Page
Jaden Terrell, Dan Royse, Jason Fort, and Ross Carley explore how espionage and cybercrime shape today’s thrillers. They discuss evolving technology, global politics, and real-world threats, offering insight into writing stories that feel current, credible, and...




