What makes a thriller impossible to put down? Georgina Cross, Jeffrey James Higgins, Matt Cost, R. Weir, Rick Treon, and S. Lee Manning break down the techniques behind truly addictive thrillers. They explore subgenres, pacing, suspense, and series development while sharing practical ways to hook readers fast, escalate tension, and drive a story relentlessly toward its final twist.
Conspiracies, Finance, and Geopolitics in Crime Fiction
Global intrigue adds powerful complexity to crime stories. In this session, authors explore how conspiracies, financial systems, and geopolitical forces shape their narratives, creating layered plots that reflect real world tensions and high stakes conflicts.
