Investigative journalist Sebastian Rotella sits down with bestselling author Michael Connelly for a candid conversation about crime fiction, journalism, and the craft of storytelling. They discuss building long-running characters, drawing from real-world experience, and what it takes to sustain a successful writing career. This session offers rare insight into the mindset and process of one of the genre’s most influential voices.
When Does Sex Belongs in Crime Fiction?
Sex plays different roles across crime fiction subgenres. Alexandra Sokoloff, Harley Jane Kozak, Judi McCoy, and Sheila Connolly discuss when intimacy belongs in a crime novel and when it does not. This session explores reader expectations, realism, industry...
