Amanda Flower, Casey Daniels, John Bellairs, Les Roberts, and Robin Yocum discuss why Cleveland makes such a compelling setting for crime fiction and true crime. They explore the city’s history, grit, and atmosphere, and how its character shapes the people and stories that unfold there.
Balancing Character and Perspective in Storytelling
Character and point of view are deeply connected. This discussion explores how writers create authentic characters, decide whose story is being told, and balance emotional distance while choosing between character driven and plot driven approaches.
