The Mystery-Thriller Novel: What It Is and How to Write It
In this article, we’ll explore the mystery and thriller genres separately to understand their unique story obligations. We'll then combine them to see how they work together to create a satisfying story that fits into the mystery-thriller subcategory.
Advice for Mystery, Thriller, and Suspense Writers & How to Craft a Credible Villain
We discuss the common challenges mystery, thriller and suspense writers face, including self-doubt, thinking the story is painfully boring and obvious, plus understanding genre expectations, and forming a compelling villain.
How to Write Suspense and Tension in Your Novel to Keep Readers Hooked
Suspense vs. tension: Why you can’t have one without the other, and if you have neither, you don’t have a story.