Authors of YA and middle grade fiction discuss what draws them to writing for younger readers and how they capture the mindset of teens in a rapidly changing world. The panel explores technology, social media, anonymity, and the ways modern teen experiences shape character and story.
Where Noir Meets Comfort and Cuisine
Avery Aames, Connie Archer, Karen MacInerney, Kate Carlisle, Leslie Budewitz, and Ovidia Yu explore the surprising connection between noir and culinary mysteries. They discuss how food, culture, and crime intersect to create stories that balance darkness with comfort,...
