What Makes a Novel Thrilling?

Thriller & Suspense • Writing Craft
2014
Featuring Alen Jacobson, Blake Crouch, Don Bain, Lee Goldberg, R.J. Ellory, Sophie Littlefield

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In this session, authors discuss the different techniques they use to create excitement and suspense in their novels, from pacing and stakes to character choices and unexpected twists. The conversation explores how writers across genres keep readers engaged and turning pages.

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