The Art of Writing True Crime

Mystery & Crime • Writing Craft
2014
Featuring Daniel Stashower, Josh Stallings, Leslie Klinger, Sarah Lyman

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How do you turn real crime into a story readers cannot put down? Acclaimed nonfiction crime authors discuss how they approach writing true historical cases, from deep research and verification to shaping narrative tension without distorting the facts. This conversation explores the craft choices that bring real events to life while honoring the truth.

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