Robin Spano, Anthony Bidulka, John McFetridge, Lou Allen, and Rick Blechta take a close look at Canadian crime fiction. They talk about breaking past cultural stereotypes, exploring darker corners of the country, and how moral complexity and place shape stories that feel distinctly Canadian and universally compelling.
Writing from the Headlines: Turning Real Events into Compelling Fiction
Real events can be powerful story fuel when handled with care. Diane Fanning, Karen Olson, Kathleen Ryan, Pamela Callow, Rick Reed, and Ryan David Jahn discuss how to transform true crime and real-world headlines into compelling fiction. This session explores ethical...




