Private investigators have long been staples of crime fiction, but today’s PIs often look very different from the classic stereotype. In this session, authors discuss how modern private investigators have evolved, exploring the skills, backgrounds, and challenges that shape contemporary PI characters.
When Music Drives Mood, Character, and Plot
Music can do more than set mood. This session explores how rhythm, lyrics, and soundtracks become active forces in crime fiction, shaping character, atmosphere, and plot in powerful ways.




