I Think You’re Crazy: Writing Psychological Thrillers That Disturb and Delight

Thriller & Suspense • Writing Craft
2017
Featuring Cate Holahan, Debra Gaskill, Judith Lucci, Peggy Grigowski, Shirley B. Garrett, Susan P. Crawford

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What really goes on inside a fractured mind, and how far can you push it on the page? In this session, Debra Gaskill, Cate Holahan, Judith Lucci, Peggy Grigowski, Shirley B. Garrett, and Susan P. Crawford draw on real-world experience in psychology and mental health to show how unforgettable psychological thrillers are built. Learn how to portray obsession, paranoia, and manipulation with authenticity while keeping readers riveted and deeply unsettled.

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