This session dives into the dark, fatalistic world of classic film noir from the 1940s and 1950s. It explores the unforgettable men and women who inhabit these stories, the moral ambiguity that defines the genre, and why noir’s themes and characters continue to influence modern crime fiction.
Building Tension: The Art of Suspense in Writing
B.J. Sloan, Carol Gyzander, Christine M. Fairchild, Jennifer Sadera, and Katherine Hutchinson-Hayes dig into how suspense keeps readers locked in across genres. They discuss pacing, escalating stakes, and emotional timing, offering practical insight into how tension...
