Fandom and Community in Crime Fiction

Mystery & Crime • Writing Craft • Writing Life & Creativity
2016
Featuring (Jon) Jefferson Bass

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Fandom plays a powerful role in shaping both readers and writers. In this session, authors discuss their experiences with fandom across books, hobbies, music, science, and genres, exploring how these communities influence creativity, storytelling, and connection within the crime fiction world.

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