When Desire Turns Dangerous: Writing Romance That Fuels Suspense

CJ Lyons, Heather Graham, Jordan Dane, Lori Armstrong, and Monette Michaels explore the electric crossroads of romance and suspense. They discuss how desire, danger, and intimacy can amplify tension in romantic thrillers and mysteries. This lively panel dives into balancing heat with plot, raising stakes through relationships, and using passion to drive both story and suspense.

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