From bustling cities to remote landscapes, Asia offers a rich and complex backdrop for crime fiction and thrillers. In this panel, authors discuss how Asian settings, history, and cultural dynamics shape plot, character, and suspense. They explore the challenges and rewards of writing authentically about place, and how these locations add layers of tension, mystery, and atmosphere that readers can’t get anywhere else.
Finding Motivation and Momentum in Your Writing Life
Lori Rader-Day explores the rhythms of creative motivation and productivity. She helps writers identify what fuels focus, encourages healthy work habits, and shows how small shifts can lead to greater momentum and satisfaction.




