Charlie Donlea on Fear, Persistence, and Finding Your Voice as a Writer

Bestselling author Charlie Donlea joins Clay Stafford for a candid conversation about the realities of the writing life. They discuss balancing creativity with a full-time career, facing fear and self-doubt, and finding strength through persistence. The conversation also explores how reading shapes storytelling, how setting becomes a character, and how theme anchors a novel’s emotional core.

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Writing Humor in Mystery Fiction

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Humor can add energy, character, and balance to a mystery. In this session, panelists discuss why they incorporate humor into their novels and share strategies for using wit and comedic moments to enhance storytelling and engage readers.

Why Readers Can’t Quit Cozy Mysteries

Why Readers Can’t Quit Cozy Mysteries

Duffy Brown, Jennie Bentley, Sharleen Johnson, and Sylvia Dickey Smith discuss why cozy mysteries continue to charm readers. They explore what defines the genre, what readers expect, and how warmth, wit, and character driven storytelling keep cozy fans coming back for...