Blending humor with crime can create stories that are both suspenseful and entertaining. In this session, panelists discuss how to weave comedy into crime fiction, from comedic private investigators to caper driven plots, while maintaining tension and keeping the story grounded.
Southern Fried Sleuths
Barbara Graham, Deborah Sharp, Glen Allison, Maggie Toussaint, and Tony Burden explore the rich storytelling tradition of the American South, discussing how its culture, atmosphere, and history shape compelling mysteries and how they authentically capture southern...




