Strange Love: Why Do We Love Murder?

Presented by: Kelli Stanley | Lauren Willig | Lynn Sheen | Tasha Alexander | Tracy Kiely

Categories: Character | Diversity | Murder Mystery | Writing

Kelli Stanley, Lauren Willig, Lynn Sheen, Tasha Alexander, and Tracy Kiely examine why murder is such a powerful force in fiction. They discuss how death drives plot, deepens relationships, and exposes human truths, with special attention to strong women characters in historical mysteries.

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