Gregory Stout, Jim Nesbitt, Poppy Gee, Roy Hiller, Steven Womack, and Thomas A. Burns Jr. dig into what gives Southern Noir its unmistakable power. They discuss how place, culture, history, and moral tension shape crime stories rooted in the American South, and how capturing regional voice can deepen character, conflict, and authenticity.
How Murder Investigations Really Unfold
Homicide investigations are complex, methodical, and rarely simple. Sergeant Derek Pacifico takes writers inside the reality of investigating murder, explaining procedures, terminology, and investigative techniques used by detectives. This session offers practical...




