JP Pomare from New Zealand, Fijian Indian Australian Nilima Rao, and UK-born Anna Downes will talk to fellow Kiwi RWR McDonald about how each author’s unique cultural and geographical background influences their approach to crafting suspenseful and engaging crime narratives. Pomare, Rao, and Downes will share their insights into the art of writing thrillers, from building tension to creating memorable characters. This will highlight the diverse perspectives shaping today’s crime fiction landscape.