International settings can add depth, atmosphere, and intrigue to a mystery. In this session, panelists discuss the global locations featured in their crime novels and how culture, geography, and local history influence their plots, characters, and investigations.
Different Types of Edits Explained
Editing isn’t one-size-fits-all. Helen Thornton-Gussy breaks down developmental edits, line edits, copyediting, and proofreading, showing how each step strengthens a manuscript and what to expect from every stage of the process.
