Mystery short stories deliver powerful impact in a limited space. In this session, authors share techniques for building tension, developing character, and crafting satisfying twists within a shorter word count while keeping readers fully engaged.
From the Newsroom to the Novel
Bruce DeSilva, Carolyn Hart, Craig McDonald, Julie Kramer, and Sara Blædel talk about the leap from journalism to fiction. They discuss how reporting sharpened their sense of realism, detail, and setting, and how truth learned on the job strengthens storytelling on...
