The Art and Consequences of Character Death

Why do some characters have to die? In this candid panel, authors unpack the creative and emotional decisions behind killing off characters. They explore how death shapes story, raises stakes, and serves theme, while discussing when a character’s death strengthens a narrative and when it risks losing the reader.

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How Fiction Shaped Forensic Science

How Fiction Shaped Forensic Science

How did fiction help shape real investigative science? Bradley Harper explores the lasting influence of Sherlock Holmes on modern forensic methods, tracing how imaginative deduction inspired real-world techniques. This session connects storytelling and science,...