Claire Applewhite, Doug Woodward, Judith Lucci, Linda Petrilli Duncan, and Paula Gail Benson draw on their medical and legal backgrounds to reveal how medical thrillers really work. They discuss blending accurate detail with fast pacing and high stakes, showing how to turn complex medicine into gripping fiction readers cannot put down.
Suspense or Thriller? Choosing the Right Engine for Your Story
What truly separates suspense from a thriller, and why does it matter? Moderated by Rea Frey, this panel featuring James McCrone, Michael Niemann, Shirley B. Garrett, and Vinnie Hansen breaks down pacing, point of view, and reader expectation. The discussion clarifies...
