Lisa Brackmann, Allison Leotta, Pete Morin, and Stuart Neville explore crime fiction where politics are never just background noise. They discuss how power, corruption, ideology, and moral compromise fuel tension, shape characters, and provoke strong reactions from readers who recognize echoes of the real world.
Thou Shalt Not: 14 Prose Death-Traps
Avoid the mistakes that can sink a manuscript. John Lescroart walks through 14 common writing traps and shares practical tips to sharpen your prose, strengthen your craft, and keep readers turning the pages.
