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8 Tips for Developing a Thrilling Espionage Premise
Mystery/Thriller

8 Tips for Developing a Thrilling Espionage Premise

By Philip KaplanNov 24, 2021
How to Write a Thriller That Delivers
Mystery/Thriller

How to Write a Thriller That Delivers

By Wanda M. MorrisNov 10, 2021
5 Things for Writers to Keep in Mind When Writing About Spies
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5 Things for Writers to Keep in Mind When Writing About Spies

By Stephanie Marie ThorntonSep 23, 2021
Gregg Olsen: On Returning to Favorite Characters
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Gregg Olsen: On Returning to Favorite Characters

By Robert Lee BrewerAug 17, 2021
Brian Freeman: On "Rebooting" Another Writer's Legacy
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Brian Freeman: On "Rebooting" Another Writer's Legacy

By Robert Lee BrewerJul 27, 2021
T.J. Newman: On Letting Real Life Inspire You
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T.J. Newman: On Letting Real Life Inspire You

By Robert Lee BrewerJul 5, 2021
3 Do’s and Don’ts of World-Building for Writers
Writing Techniques

3 Do’s and Don’ts of World-Building for Writers

By Moriah RichardJun 29, 2021
Dale Brown: On Giving Your Series a New Direction
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Dale Brown: On Giving Your Series a New Direction

By Robert Lee BrewerMay 25, 2021
M.M. Chouinard: On Jumping From One Project to Another
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M.M. Chouinard: On Jumping From One Project to Another

By Robert Lee BrewerMay 12, 2021
The Problem of Solving a Mystery When You're the Prime Suspect
Mystery/Thriller

The Problem of Solving a Mystery When You're the Prime Suspect

By Mia P. ManansalaMay 7, 2021
8 Ways to Add Suspense to your Novel
Mystery/Thriller

8 Ways to Add Suspense to Your Novel

By Guest ColumnMay 5, 2021
Why Memory Is the Scariest Thing Of All in a Psychological Thriller Novel
Mystery/Thriller

Why Memory Is the Scariest Thing Of All in a Psychological Thriller Novel

By Carter WilsonMay 2, 2021
5 Points to Consider About Your Crime Fiction Setting
Writing Techniques

5 Points to Consider About Your Crime Fiction Setting

By W.A. WinterApr 28, 2021
Planting Clues: Red Herrings That Fool but Don't Frustrate Your Readers
Writing Techniques

Planting Clues: Red Herrings That Fool but Don't Frustrate Your Readers

By Kris CalvinApr 15, 2021
Bridget Foley: On Writing Psychologically Potent Metaphors
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Bridget Foley: On Writing Psychologically Potent Metaphors

By Robert Lee BrewerApr 12, 2021
5 Tips for Writing a Spy Thriller Novel
Writing Habits and Practices

5 Tips for Writing a Spy Thriller Novel

By Alma KatsuMar 31, 2021
Alma Katsu: On Where to Put the Big Reveal in a Thriller
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Alma Katsu: On Where to Put the Big Reveal in a Thriller

By Robert Lee BrewerMar 24, 2021
5 Features for Writing Psychological Thrillers: A Checklist for Writers
Writing Techniques

5 Features for Writing Psychological Thrillers: A Checklist for Writers

By Sebastian FitzekFeb 18, 2021
Amy Gentry: On Writing Thrillers and Following Your Gut
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Amy Gentry: On Writing Thrillers and Following Your Gut

By Robert Lee BrewerFeb 12, 2021
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Writing Techniques

How to Write Disaster Stories Infused With Hope

By Karol HoeffnerSep 15, 2020
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Mystery/Thriller

A Day in The Life of a Thriller Writer

By David BellAug 2, 2019
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Crypto, Sci-Fi, Soldiers, Spies (and Disasters): 5 Varieties Within the Technothriller Genre

By Guest ColumnJul 19, 2018
6 Tips for Writing a Great Police Procedural
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6 Tips for Writing a Great Police Procedural

By Carrie SmithNov 22, 2017
How to Write Better Villains: 5 Ways to Get Into the Mind of a Psychopath
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How to Write Better Villains: 5 Ways to Get Into the Mind of a Psychopath

By Peter JamesJan 16, 2017