Every story has a natural shape. This session explores how genre, character depth, and worldbuilding help writers determine whether an idea works best as a standalone novel or needs room to grow into a series.
Harnessing Ethical Dilemmas in Crime Fiction
Moral choices can be just as gripping as physical danger. Chris Berg and Paul James Smith examine how ethical dilemmas deepen crime fiction by forcing characters to confront consequence and conscience. This session focuses on using moral conflict to heighten tension,...
