Why We’re Drawn to Stories About Serial Killers

Why are writers and readers drawn to stories about serial killers? Chelsea Cain, Jennifer Hillier, Jennifer McMahon, Patrick Kendrick, and Rick Mercer discuss the dark appeal of the genre and what defines compelling serial killer fiction. This session explores fascination, fear, and moral tension, helping writers understand how to write about evil without glorifying it.

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Misdirection That Plays Fair with the Reader

Misdirection That Plays Fair with the Reader

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