by gatlin | Oct 19, 2014 | Mystery Writing 101
I’ve found five more sentiments that can add a layer of personal growth for your sleuth and leave the reader feeling that the book meant something. Sure, the adventure is fun or the mystery is thrilling, but readers love character development because it adds...
by gatlin | Jul 13, 2014 | Mystery Writing 101
There’s a formula that a strong plot plus a strong character arc equals a great novel. Readers love character development because it adds weight to the story. Sure, the adventure is fun or the mystery is thrilling, but add a layer of personal growth for your sleuth...
by gatlin | Feb 11, 2014 | Mystery Writing 101
Can you begin writing a story with the theme already in mind? Or, does the story’s theme just evolve somewhere within the undercurrent of the plot and character interactions? I read an interesting article in Psychology Today magazine titled “Life Lessons:...