Humor can deepen engagement even in serious stories. Ross Cavins, Barbara Collins, Charlie Pearson, Diane Sismour, and Elena Hartwell explore how humor balances tension, sharpens character, and keeps readers emotionally connected. This session looks at how comedy can coexist with darker themes while strengthening the overall narrative.
When History Solves the Crime: Real vs. Invented Sleuths
How do you choose between creating a fictional detective or taking a historical figure and turning them into a detective? These authors have done a little of both, and they help navigate the waters of historical mysteries.




