Museums and the art world provide rich settings for mystery and crime. In this session, authors who set their stories among galleries, curators, and priceless collections discuss why art becomes even more compelling when theft, forgery, and murder enter the picture. The panel also explores how the art world adds intrigue, history, and high stakes to crime fiction.
Finding the Right Voice for Teens and Tweens
Helen Chapman, Julie Anne Lindsey, Kourtney Heintz, and Rae Ann Parker discuss what it takes to write authentically for teens and tweens. They explore voice, theme, and emotional honesty, and explain how writing for younger audiences differs from writing for adults.
