How to Write Your Own Thrilling Thriller (Instead of Just Devouring Them)

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Adults

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Do you tear though mysteries and thrillers, secretly longing to write one yourself? Why not stop only turning pages and start creating them. In this fun, super informative talk, New York Times bestselling author Kate White—whose 19 mysteries and thrillers have kept readers turning pages long past bedtime—shares her ten strategies for creating a “unputdownable” suspense novel, as well as tips from other bestselling authors. 

You’ll discover how to:

·       Create a protagonist and plot that hook readers instantly

·       Kick off your story with a gripping, high-stakes “inciting incident”

·       Engineer jaw-dropping twists that feel both inevitable and impossible to predict

·       Push past procrastination and fear—two of the biggest obstacles that sabotage so many writers

Packed with insider tips and examples from some of the many top authors Kate knows (plus a helpful PowerPoint presentation), this talk is designed for aspiring authors ready to take the plunge—and for anyone simply curious about what it really takes to master the art of thriller writing.