Baron R. Birtcher, Martha Reed, and Sharon Marchisello break down what makes a suspense novel impossible to put down. They share practical strategies for tightening pacing, fixing the dreaded saggy middle, and sustaining tension across an entire book. Learn how to keep readers emotionally invested, intellectually engaged, and eager to turn the page through every twist and reveal.
Kick-Ass Women: Writing Powerful Female Crime Solvers
Strong female protagonists have become a powerful force in crime fiction. In this session, authors discuss creating women who lead investigations, face danger head on, and push their limits throughout a series. Panelists share how they build compelling female...
