Avram Lavinsky, Gregory Stout, J.L. Hill, J.S. Morrison, Thomas Burns, and Warren Moore dig into what noir really means today. They explore its hardboiled roots, its modern psychological twists, and the moral complexity that gives noir its distinctive voice and lasting power.
What Makes a Story Gritty? From Traditional Mystery to True Crime
What does “grit” really mean in crime fiction? In this session, authors explore how grit appears across the genre, from traditional mysteries to thrillers and true crime. Panelists discuss the elements that give stories their edge and how gritty storytelling differs...
