The Art of the Supporting Cast

Supporting characters can elevate a story or steal it outright. In this panel, authors discuss how to create memorable secondary characters who deepen the narrative without overshadowing the protagonist. They share techniques for managing character balance, sharpening purpose, and knowing when a side character should shine and when they should step back.

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How Government Investigations Really Work

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The Writers Who Made the Masters

The Writers Who Made the Masters

In this engaging conversation, Mark Coggins speaks with leading crime and mystery authors about the writers who shaped their craft. They discuss the books that influenced them, how their reading habits inform their work, and the lasting impact of the masters who...