The Probable and the Personal: How I Grapple With Writing Violent Fiction ‹ CrimeReads

Conflict is bad. Violence is worse. And yet it is violence that has historically been the natural progression of conflicts, both major and minor. From wars to riots to domestic disputes, barroom brawls and playground bullies. Violence is inherent. An infant or toddler when faced with something disagreeable will try to slap it away. Peace and compromise must be taught, and even then, children need reminders about sharing, not hitting, and using their words when they're upset.