Strong research gives fiction weight, texture, and credibility. Moderated by Robert Mangeot, Jim Nesbitt, Kelly Oliver, Pam De Voe, and Tom Wood discuss how thoughtful research strengthens storytelling across genres. This session explores how to find the right details, when to dig deeper, and how to weave accuracy into a story without slowing momentum.
Beyond the Classics: How Crime Fiction Has Evolved
Dashiell Hammett, Raymond Chandler, and Mickey Spillane helped define modern crime fiction. In this session, authors explore how the genre has evolved beyond these foundational voices, examining how today’s writers build on their legacy while introducing new styles,...
