The Western Hero in Modern Thrillers

Thriller & Suspense
2016
Featuring Anthony Tata, Ben Coes, Marc Cameron, Matthew Betley, Randy Denmon

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The classic Western hero continues to influence today’s thrillers. In this session, authors define this character type and explore how its traits shape modern protagonists, adding grit, independence, and moral complexity to the genre.

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