Writing Hardboiled and Noir Fiction

Mystery & Crime • Writing Craft
2018
Featuring Caro Ramsey, Dana King, John Shepphird, Ragnar Jonasson, Rick Ollerman

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Hardboiled and noir are often grouped together, but they are far from the same. In this session, panelists explore the defining characteristics of each style, discuss where their own work fits within these traditions, and share techniques for creating morally complex characters, gritty settings, and unforgettable crime stories.

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