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Dark Secrets and Dastardly Lies: Ramping Up a Killer Plot
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Dark Secrets and Dastardly Lies: Ramping Up a Killer Plot

By Connie BerryMay 9, 2022
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Mystery/Thriller

Green Herring: How to Camouflage a Villain in a Mystery Novel

By Dimitri VorontzovFeb 26, 2022
What Is Pastiche in Literature, and Why Is Sherlock Holmes Perfect for It?
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What Is Pastiche in Literature, and Why Is Sherlock Holmes Perfect for It?

By Timothy MillerJan 17, 2022
How to Write a Thriller That Delivers
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How to Write a Thriller That Delivers

By Wanda M. MorrisNov 10, 2021
Colleen Cambridge: On Honoring the Golden Age of Detective Fiction
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Colleen Cambridge: On Honoring the Golden Age of Detective Fiction

By Robert Lee BrewerOct 28, 2021
5 Things I Learned About Writing From Watching Soap Operas
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5 Things I Learned About Writing From Watching Soap Operas

By Alverne BallOct 16, 2021
What Forensic Science’s Godmother Taught Me About Writing Mysteries
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What Forensic Science’s Godmother Taught Me About Writing Mysteries

By Stephanie KaneOct 14, 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
Essential Versus Non-Essential Mystery
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Essential Versus Non-Essential Mystery

By Amanda KabakJul 22, 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
Paul Neilan: On Implementing Dark Humor
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Paul Neilan: On Implementing Dark Humor

By Robert Lee BrewerJun 18, 2021
Nekesa Afia: On Approaching Genre as a Challenge
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Nekesa Afia: On Approaching Genre as a Challenge

By Robert Lee BrewerMay 31, 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
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
W.A. Winter: On the Joys of Writing Crime Fiction
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W.A. Winter: On the Joys of Writing Crime Fiction

By Robert Lee BrewerApr 20, 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
Luke X. Cunningham: A Writer's Hopes for Their Readers
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Luke X. Cunningham: A Writer's Hopes for Their Readers

By Robert Lee BrewerApr 8, 2021
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Nev March: Taking a Leap of Faith to Write an Award-Winning Historical Mystery Novel

By Robert Lee BrewerNov 11, 2020
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Jennifer J. Chow: Sparking Optimism and Hope With Cozy Mystery Novels (and Sassy Cats)

By Robert Lee BrewerNov 10, 2020
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How to Write a Mystery Novel

By Robert Lee BrewerJan 3, 2020
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
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6 Tips for Switching Genres

By Chuck SambuchinoSep 4, 2015