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Thứ Năm, 20 tháng 9, 2018

Tips For Success For Mystery Thriller Authors

By Elizabeth Powell


Crime books are some of the most read books across the world. People are interested in crime novels because they are interesting to read and engage readers in investigations. Surprisingly, readers do not know the two types of writing genres authors specialize in to come up with amazing crime stories. Most people define all crime books as thrillers or mysteries. While it is true, thrillers and mysteries have similarities, they differ in many ways. Any aspiring author should learn the difference and seek advice on how to write novels from mystery thriller authors.

Grab the reader's attention in the first chapter especially the first line. There are various factors you need to consider to create a strong hook. First, pay attention to details at each step. The first line should grab the readers interest to find out more about the story. Make use of questions readers want to be answered. A good story contains dramatic events and conflicting discoveries that affect the lives of the main characters.

Engage readers in solving mysteries by providing clues. Make sure clues are not too obvious to maintain suspense throughout the story. Add characters, both honest and suspicious ones to act together. Let readers distinguish truthful characters from those telling lies.

It is always good to have different explanations. For instance, add more than one suspect in mystery or thriller events. If the story is based on natural events, including both natural and supernatural explanations for the disappearance of a character. This tactic makes the entire reading experience interesting. Readers take up the role of detectives by identifying those responsible.

Accelerate suspense or tension by using red herrings in the story. A red herring can be defined as a piece of information or clue intended to distract and mislead readers. Use clues that prevent readers from identifying the real culprit in the early stages of reading. You can decide to use a character who sounds suspicious or an event that seems important but later turns out to be less significant as red herrings.

Mystery and thriller novels are based on contradicting dialogue. One character tells a lie or says something conflicting from what the readers know. Make use of unexpected or bizarre words to create suspenseful dialogue. Professional writers recommend the use of characters who do not cooperate when asked details about an event.

The best selling crime books are written in a descriptive language. Professional authors describe events in a straightforward manner and use realistic settings to catch the attention of your readers. Spend quality time learning more about sentence structure to ensure your content is eye-catching. There are various language rules you need to learn to avoid improper use characterization in your novel.

Begin your chapters with interesting discoveries or actions unexpected by the readers. Good thriller authors use settings, discoveries and reveal facts to open chapters. Your chapters should get the attention of the reader and encourage continuous reading. Conclude your story with answers readers want to know or facts about the characters. Your conclusion should make the reader want to read the next book.




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