Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
'While many books on writing tend to be prescriptive, delivering "formulas," Crafting crime fiction is the precise opposite. Both illuminating and encouraging, it provides both aspiring and writers seeking a jumpstart with an expansive tool kit, a rich history and a wealth of creative possibilities. Best of all, it sparks the imagination, lighting a fire in your belly, making you want to get writing, keep writing and then go back and write some more.'
Megan Abbott, NYT best-selling author of The Turnout and Beware the Woman
John le Carr said the best place to start a crime novel is as near to the end of the story as possible. But how do you know what the story is?
Everyone's story, resources and experience are different. This book will help you identify the right beginning, middle and end for your crime novel. It will enable you to recognise your talent and realise your ambition in practical and realistic ways. Good crime fiction is about being different in a highly competitive and crowded market. Whether you are writing a police procedural or a psychological thriller, there are practical aspects and approaches that need to be considered. Plot, point of view and pace are the three most important. Others include suspense, mystery and surprise. There's also the key issue of entertainment. No one wants to read a dull book.
This guide will help new and experienced writers to navigate the writing journey with greater knowledge, enthusiasm and skill. It will accelerate the process of creating a standout crime novel, with added purpose and sense of voice - your voice.
Synopsis
John le Carr said the best place to start a crime novel is as near to the end of the story as possible. But how do you know what the story is?
As writers, we all have different experiences and skills to draw upon, and this book will help you identify the right beginning, middle and end for your own crime novel.
Whether you are writing a police procedural or a psychological thriller, you will need to consider the basic elements of a gripping narrative. Within these pages, you'll learn to master the art of storytelling, from creating a compelling plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats to choosing the perfect point of view to bring your characters to life. Dive into the depths of suspense, mystery, and surprise, as you unravel the intricacies of crafting a crime novel that captivates and entertains.
This guide will help any new or experienced writer to navigate the writing journey, uncovering the core principles that will make your crime fiction truly exceptional.
Synopsis
Whether you are writing a police procedural or a psychological thriller, a contemporary or historically set novel, this book will help you identify the right beginning, middle and end of your crime novel. It will help you recognise your talent and realise your ambition in practical and realistic ways.