What really happens at a crime scene before it ever reaches a courtroom or a novel? Former Tennessee Bureau of Investigation assistant director Dan Royce moderates the Crime Scene event at the 13th annual Killer Nashville conference, offering an insider’s look at real investigative techniques. This session gives writers a grounded understanding of how professionals approach evidence, analysis, and decision-making.
Does Evil Exist?: Writing Crime Through the Lens of Evil
Daniel Woodrell, John Connolly, Laura Lippmann, and Peter James tackle one of crime fiction’s biggest questions. They explore what evil really means, where it comes from, and how grappling with morality helps writers create more believable characters and more powerful...




