Pets can bring humor, warmth, and unexpected clues to a mystery. In this session, authors discuss the fun of adding dogs, cats, and other animals to their stories, why they chose specific pets, and the different roles these companions play in helping or complicating the investigation.
The Forensic Details Readers Believe
Small forensic mistakes can break a reader’s trust. Retired forensic supervisor and DNA analyst Joe Minor explains why accuracy matters and which details readers notice most. This session shares real-world insight that helps writers create crime fiction that feels...
