Women’s fiction within the mystery genre brings a distinct emotional lens to crime and suspense. Amy Rivers, Kelly Oliver, Marion Moore Hill, and Saralyn Richard talk about what sets these stories apart, focusing on character depth, relationships, and perspective. This session looks at how gendered experiences influence plot, tension, and reader connection in women-centered mysteries.
Solving Crimes Without Breaking History
Albert A. Bell, Jeri Westerson, John Maddox Roberts, Patricia Rice, Sharan Newman, and Tony Hays discuss the challenges of writing mysteries rooted in the past. Topics include historical accuracy, period language, social roles, and how to tell a gripping story without...




