Cathy Pickens, Donna Andrews, Jaden (Beth) Terrell, Kathryn Wall, and Tina Whittle explore what gives Southern mysteries their unmistakable flavor. From voice and humor to rhythm and setting, they discuss how Southern culture and sense of place bring warmth, wit, and depth to crime fiction.
Reclaiming Creative Space and Renewing Your Writing Energy
Avery Aames, Denise Osborne, Jennie Bentley, Juliet Blackwell, and Mary Jane Maffini discuss their devotion to craft and creativity. They use the idea of “escaping the Dragon House” as a metaphor for reorganizing creative space and refreshing the writing process.




