Amy Denton, Carol Potenza, Chrissy Hicks, Jeffrey Philips, K. Scott Culpepper, and Kay DiBianca break down what makes a mystery work from start to finish. They explore structure, pacing, and suspense, examine where mystery and thriller overlap, and share practical rules that help writers build whodunits readers cannot put down.
The Art of Killing Your Characters: Writing Death Scenes That Feel Real
How do you write a death scene that feels both shocking and believable? Carolyn McSparren dives into creative and realistic ways fictional characters meet their end, including the surprising lethal potential hiding in everyday home gardens. This session shows how real...
