Making Murder Funny Without Killing the Tension

Presented by: Bill Fitzhugh | Cindy Sample | Hannah Dennison | Steve Brewer

Categories: Humor | Murder Mystery | Writing

Bill Fitzhugh, Cindy Sample, Hannah Dennison, and Steve Brewer explore how humor can strengthen murder mysteries rather than weaken them. They discuss how well placed comedy can heighten tension, deepen character, and make even the darkest stories feel more human and memorable.

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