Genre
“I keep trying to write a romance but somebody always dies.”
Eleanor Cawood JonesSuspense is the heart and soul of storytelling.
Jane K. Cleland
The Open Road of Romance
When romance author Anna J. Stewart came to a crossroads, she chose a path that yielded many surprises.
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3 Rules for Writing Cross-Genre Suspense
Because on the other end of everything you do with it are readers. Who might have demanding questions when they encounter you or your work. You know, really nervy, in-your-face stuff. Like, “What sort of book is it?”
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Checklist for Writing Your Thriller
What’s the key to a good thriller? It’s not a formula, but there are basic conventions that thriller writers understand. And then your imagination can take off from there.
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The Formula for Writing a Cozy Mystery, Part 4: The Murder
Part 4 in the series about writing cozy mysteries, we’ve already discussed the hook, protagonist, and setting. Now, it’s time to dive into the murder itself.
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What A Mystery Agent Wants
New crime writers seem to make the same mistakes over and over. But you can avoid those pitfalls! Get these lessons under your belt, and you’ll have a better shot at attracting an agent’s attention.
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Brian Thiem: Crime Novels Have Two Stories
Every crime novel consists of two main stories: the crook’s and the detective’s. Develop both for a satisfying novel.
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Formula for Writing a Cozy Mystery, Part 3: Setting
One aspect of cozies that can set them apart from other mystery genres is the setting. As you begin to develop your cozy mystery series, consider the following tips for constructing an inviting setting that readers will want to revisit.
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Genre Writers: Do Your Homework!
Genre fiction is the hardworking engine keeping publishing alive; its authors don’t always receive the praise and recognition they deserve.
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Formula for Writing a Cozy Mystery, Part 2: Your Protagonist
Three things to think about when developing your main character that apply specifically to cozy mysteries.
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Sara Paretsky
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