Making readers laugh requires more than clever lines. Christine Mager Wevik, Dana Summers, Lane Stone, Lois Schmitt, Mary Dutta, and Robert Mangeot explore how humor works on the page through wit, irony, and character-driven comedy. This session focuses on timing, tone, and emotional truth, showing how humor can add depth while keeping stories entertaining and resonant.
Inside Jewish Noir: Stories of Identity and Darkness
In this compelling conversation moderated by Kenneth Wishnia, contributors to the anthology Jewish Noir explore how heritage, history, and moral complexity shape their dark and powerful stories. The panel dives into the themes behind the collection, the creative...




