J.L. Hill, Jessica Noll, John Bukowski, John DeDakis, S. Lee Manning, and Sonja Dewing break down what makes a thriller impossible to put down. They explore how layered characters, escalating tension, and emotional payoff combine to create stories that keep readers turning pages late into the night.
Behind the Bar: Crime, Confessions, and Cocktails
Bars are where secrets slip, alliances form, and trouble finds its way to the counter. In this lively panel, authors explore how bars, booze, and bartender protagonists become powerful engines for plot and character. From overheard confessions to front-row access to...
