What Makes an Amateur Sleuth Feel Real

Categories: Character | Writing

D.R. Ransdell, Gay Yellen, Judy L. Murray, Kathryn Lasky, Lori Robbins, and Rebecca Butler dig into what makes amateur sleuths feel real. They discuss relatable traits, emotional motivation, and story choices that ground investigations in authenticity rather than coincidence.

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Authors come together to discuss the historical novels they’ve written and the different approaches they use to bring the past to life. This conversation compares research methods, creative choices, and storytelling techniques, revealing how each writer balances...