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Exploring the Human Condition in Crime Fiction

Presented by: Jamie Mason | Maggie Toussaint | Mike Tabor | Sallie Bissell
Categories: Character | Philosophy | Writing

Jamie Mason, Maggie Toussaint, Mike Tabor, and Sallie Bissell explore the emotional and psychological forces that power crime fiction. They discuss moral complexity, motivation, and the inner lives of both heroes and villains, showing how crime stories reflect the darker corners of human nature.

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