Ben Coes, Boyd Morrison, George Easter, Mark Greaney, Mike Lawson, and Zoë Sharp discuss how to create unforgettable thriller characters. They explore how occupations, backstories, and setting choices shape identity, authenticity, and the emotional intensity that drives high-stakes storytelling.
Cross of Fire: Religious Influence in Crime Fiction
This panel explores how faith, belief, and spiritual conflict shape crime fiction. Authors discuss research challenges, personal experiences, reader reactions, and why religious themes often resonate most during times of uncertainty.




