Mystery Villain - ZARA ALTAIR AUTHOR

The Psychology of a Mystery Villain: the Mind and Motivations of a Memorable Antagonist

ByZara Altair June 13, 2024June 13, 2024

Discover why understanding your villain’s psychology is crucial for mystery writing. Learn techniques villains use to cover up crimes in this must-read guide for writers.

Mystery Villain

How To Craft a Compelling Mystery Villain

ByZara Altair February 1, 2024February 1, 2024

Elevate your mystery novel by designing a villain who does more than commit crimes—they challenge the detective’s intellect and captivate readers with their complexity and cunning.

woman using laptop and looking behind as she is acts as a villain

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Your Mystery Villain in Hiding

ByZara Altair April 20, 2022April 20, 2022

Know your villain well and discover ways to hide them in your mystery.