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Character Development

Beyond the Crime Scene: The Importance of Emotions in Crime Fiction

ByZara Altair March 7, 2023March 7, 2023

Should your crime fiction protagonist have an emotional arc? Learn about the benefits of a well-rounded character.

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Mystery writing

From Pantser to Planner: Know Where Your Story Goes with a Story Outline

ByZara Altair February 28, 2023February 28, 2023

How knowing the basic storyline will help you write faster.

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Story Setting

How to Create an Immersive Experience in Your Mystery Novel: Crafting Experiential Settings

ByZara Altair February 20, 2023February 20, 2023

Engage your readers’ senses and bring your mystery novel to life with expert tips on creating experiential settings.

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Writing Your Mystery Novel: How to Balance the Big Picture and the Details

ByZara Altair January 30, 2023January 30, 2023

How to write detailed scenes to complete the big picture of your mystery.

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Setting

Unveiling Setting Secrets: 5 Pro Tips for Crafting a Killer Mystery World in Your Novel

ByZara Altair January 23, 2023February 12, 2023

A believable intriguing world is essential to hooking your readers.

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Writing Craft

Why Loving Your Story Makes A Difference for Your Novel

ByZara Altair January 18, 2023January 18, 2023

Your story is yours. Your unique vision drives your story creation from plot and characters to suspects and finding the villain, your vision creates a unique new story.

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Tension

10 Reasons Why Your Mystery Novel Needs Emotional Tension

ByZara Altair January 9, 2023January 9, 2023

10 reasons why emotional tension is important to your mystery

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Writing Craft

Solving the Puzzle: How Tension Keeps Your Mystery Engaging

ByZara Altair January 2, 2023January 2, 2023

Why you need tension in your mystery with tips on how to add it.

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Writing Craft

Writing Commitment: Lookback

ByZara Altair December 23, 2022December 23, 2022

Making a Commitment to Writing Every Day If you’re a writer, you know how easy it is to get sidetracked or simply lose motivation. One way to stay on track and improve your craft is to make a commitment to writing every day. Whether you’re working on a mystery novel or just jotting down ideas…

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Mystery writing

Writing Vacation: The Third Week

ByZara Altair December 12, 2022December 12, 2022

Progress during the third week of the writing vacation experiment.

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