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Writing Crime Comedy: From Comedic PIs to Capers

Presented by: Amanda Pavlov | Gabrielle St. George | J.B. Manning | Lawrence Allan | Lois Winston | Mike Faricy
Categories: Humor | Suspense | Writing

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.

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