The Art of the Perfect Plot Twist

Presented by: Karen Olson | Kate Flora | Lorie Armstrong | Matthew Clemens | Penny Pike Warner

Categories: Advice | Crime Fiction | Mystery

In this craft-focused discussion, authors reveal how they design twists that deepen character, reframe clues, and leave readers reeling in the best way. Learn how to plant fair clues, avoid cheap tricks, and deliver reveals that truly satisfy.

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The Art of the Perfect Plot Twist

Writing Dialogue That Pulls Its Weight

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

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