Ventura County, CA – August 28, 2025 — At Bouchercon 2025 in New Orleans, bestselling thriller author Brett Battles will join fellow writers on the panel Mysteries and Thrillers Infused with Espionage and Intrigue, scheduled for Thursday, September 4, from 12:30 to 1:25 p.m. in Salon F-G-H. Moderated by A.M. Adair, the discussion will also feature Daco Auffenorde, Rodger Carlyle, A.C. Frieden, and Christopher Swann. The panel promises an inside look at how top authors craft page-turning suspense infused with espionage, international intrigue, and high-stakes tension—making it a must-see event for fans and aspiring writers alike.
Panel Details
What: Mysteries and Thrillers Infused with Espionage and Intrigue.
When: Thursday, September 4, 2025 — 12:30 to 1:25 p.m.
Where: Salon F‑G‑H, Bouchercon 2025, New Orleans
Moderator: A.M. Adair
Panelists: Daco S. Auffenorde • Brett Battles • Rodger Carlyle • A.C. Frieden • Christopher Swann
About Bouchercon
Bouchercon, the world’s premier annual mystery convention, brings together fans, authors, publishers, booksellers, and scholars to celebrate crime fiction in all its forms—from hardboiled noir to contemporary thrillers. Named after Anthony Boucher, the influential mystery writer and critic, the conference features panel discussions, author signings, interviews, and the prestigious Anthony Awards. Bouchercon 2025 will take place in New Orleans, a city steeped in history, mystery, and atmosphere, making it the perfect backdrop for the world’s largest gathering of crime and thriller enthusiasts. Running from September 3–7, 2025, the convention will host hundreds of authors and thousands of fans, offering an unparalleled opportunity to connect with the creators of today’s most gripping mysteries and espionage tales while immersing attendees in the vibrant culture of the Crescent City.
About Brett Battles
Brett Battles is a New York Times bestselling and Barry Award–winning author of more than forty novels, including the acclaimed Jonathan Quinn thrillers, the Project Eden series, the Rewinder series, and the Alexandra Poe novels co-written with Robert Gregory Browne. His debut, The Cleaner (2007), introduced readers to Quinn and was nominated for both the Barry and Shamus Awards, while his follow-up, The Deceived (2008), won the Barry Award for Best Thriller. Known for his fast-paced storytelling, high-stakes espionage, and vivid international settings, Battles draws on his extensive travels through places such as Ho Chi Minh City, Berlin, Bangkok, Singapore, London, Paris, and Rome to bring authenticity to his work. In addition to his own creations, he also writes continuations of Stuart Woods’ popular Stone Barrington and Teddy Fay series. His influences range from Robert Ludlum and Alistair MacLean to Stephen King, Graham Greene, and Haruki Murakami, all of which contribute to the depth and diversity of his style. When not crafting his next thriller, Battles enjoys life in Ventura County, California, with his family and their energetic Australian Shepherd, Maggie.
