How Writers Accidentally Ruin a Mystery

Learn what not to do. Podcast hosts Jack Wolff and T.G. Wolff take a humorous look at the mistakes that drain tension, ruin pacing, and undercut plot twists, and show how to avoid them so your mysteries stay compelling.

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Dialogue brings characters out of the abstract and onto the page. J.D. Allen, Desiree Brown, Joseph Terrell, Kelly Oliver, Maggie Toussaint, and Robert Downs share techniques for writing conversations that feel natural, engaging, and story driven. This session offers...

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How Publishing Decisions Are Really Made

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A representative from Kensington Publishing Corp. explains how the publishing industry functions from the inside. This session explores how different genres are developed, marketed, and positioned in the marketplace, offering insight into how publishing decisions are...

How Writers Accidentally Ruin a Mystery

Bringing Characters to Life Through Conversation

Does Evil Exist?: Writing Crime Through the Lens of Evil

How Publishing Decisions Are Really Made

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