Writing Suspense That Keeps Readers Hooked

Thriller & Suspense • Writing Craft
2018
Featuring Amy Gentry, Laura Benedict, Michael Kardos, Randall Silvas

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Suspense is built one page at a time. In this session, suspense writers discuss how to craft irresistible cliffhangers, plant compelling dramatic questions, and maintain tension throughout a story to keep readers eagerly turning the pages.

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