Articles related to "Mystery Writing"



I SECOND THAT EMOTION: Feelings and dealing with the dead
Forget TV, movies and books. Want to know what someone really thinks about when they're up to their waist in dead bodies, day in and day out?
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Kat Richardson On Seriosuly Pursuing Writing
Genre author Kat Richardson talks about writing for a living, the difference between Great Literature and crap and selling her first Greywalker mystery to ROC.
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Linda Suzane -- Interview with Contributing Editor from Oregon
Second in a monthly series of interviews with Suite101.com Contributing Editors from the State of Oregon. This month Linda Suzane, Vampire ebooks editor is highlighted.
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Mystery Writing
Here are eight steps to help construct your mystery
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POLYESTER HEAVEN - Fibers, Part II
The tiniest trace evidence can decide a case. Fibers, Part I dealt with natural fibers; Part II delves into the synthetics.
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SHOT THROUGH THE HEART, PART II: Gunshot Residue
Gunshot residue refers not only to the primer residue left on the shooter's hands, but also to the gunpowder residue left on the victim's clothing. You can get a lot of information from a simple test.
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Your Honor, I Object: Court Testimony and the Expert Witness
If you think testifying in court leads to scenes like "L.A. Law" or "Perry Mason", think again.
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Gathering Ideas and Keeping A Journal
This article informs readers and writers on how to gather ideas for their mini-mysteries, short stories, or novels.
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Interview - Novelist Jeff Shelby
Mystery writer Jeff Shelby talks about how he writes, including getting his first novel published and tips for writers.
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Maximize Your Writing Career
Find out the essential facts you must grasp in order to optimize your freelance career.
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Naming Your Story
A good story title grabs the reader--or editor--at first glance. Here are six attributes of an ideal title.
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Poisoned Pen WebCon
Thousands of mystery fans will convene online to meet and mingle with their favorite mystery authors at the first ever mystery writing conference on October 24, 2009.
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When Good Writers Get Bored
Their tolerance for risk determines which new paths authors will take in response to the limitations imposed by writing a mystery series.
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Writers' Rituals - Elizabeth Zelvin
Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Writer Elizabeth Zelvin shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.
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Writers' Rituals - Vicki Lane
Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Writer Vicki Lane shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.
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Writing the Mystery Short Story
What are the ingredients for a good mystery short story? Clues, red herrings--what other elements do you need to create a salable story?
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A Brief History of Detective Fiction
Detective fiction has not changed much since its inception. This essay will provide a brief history of the genre and an overview of how to distinguish between the styles.
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Pretty Poison - women mystery writers
Women Mystery Writers Conference.
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Interview With Christian Author Thomas Phillips
Thomas Phillips talks about his new book ' Molech Prophecy', and offers advice for the aspiring author to improve their craft and discusses the importance of Faith in art
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It is a Mystery:Mystery,Art/Writing
Mystery writing and Mystery artwork.
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Palace Council by Stephen L. Carter: A Review
His reputation secured with two murder mysteries set amidst New England's black intelligentsia, Stephen L. Carter serves up an epic political conspiracy tale.
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Paying Mystery Short Story Markets
These magazines are open to submissions from new or experienced mystery writers, and offer payment for publication.
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Research for Fiction Writers
Fiction writers do extensive research to include details that make their short stories and novels ring true. The writing process includes fact-finding and note taking.
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The Three Points of View in Writing
This article describes the three points of view and which ones work the best for writing mystery, thriller, and other types of fiction novels.
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Charlotte MacLeod/Alisa Craig
The mystery series of Charlotte MacLeod and Alisa Craig, her psuedonym.
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Mystery Reference Books
Mystery reference books to guide you to your next favorite author.
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An Introduction to Seventh Grade Sleuth Star, Sammy Keyes
An introduction to the Sammy Keyes mystery series. A synopsis of the first book, "Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief" by Author Wendelin Van Draanen.
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Book Review -- A Catered Christmas
A Catered Christmas is a cozy mystery with a plot anyone interested in whodunits, the food industry, and playful protagonists will enjoy.
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Short Story Review - The Christmas Client by Edward D. Hoch
This is a short story review of The Christmas Client by Edward D. Hoch. The story is found in Holmes for the Holidays
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The Chinese Alchemist by Lyn Hamilton
Intrepid antiques dealer Lara McClintoch searches for Chinese antiquity in the final book of Lyn Hamilton's Archaeological Mystery series.
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<i>WRITER'S INTERNET SOURCEBOOK</i>
If you watch this page mostly for tips on good web sites for writers, I've got a good book for you. <i>Writer's Internet Sourcebook</i> by Michael Levin lists and reviews more than 500 sites for writers in all fields.
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Book Review - The Bloodied Cravat
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Mysteries Cover Vast Areas of Interest
A weekly comprehensive look at mystery fiction of all types. A place for true mystery lovers.
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Ruth Rendell Author Biography
Award Winning Baroness Rendell of Babergh tops England's list of best mystery authors.
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Summer Learning Ideas for Parents
Ideas for parents to use over the summer to keep kids occupied and learning.
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The Edgar Awards in 2000
These are the nominees in all of the Edgar Award categories.
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The Jingle Man
Because of his abundance of rime, Edgar Allan Poe was labeled by his contemporaries as “The Jingle Man.”
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The True First Editions
Article which discusses ways to identify first edition books, and also discover other book-loving friends in the process!
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Top Five Beach Books
Looking for some fun summer reading apart from the current bestseller list? Here are five to enjoy while basking in the sun.
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Writing Mysteries for Children
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Writing Mysteries in Language & ESL Lessons
Mystery stories are intriguing. Detectives, strangers, ghosts,unsolved police cases, unexpected events, are subjects that absorb readers into their enticing webs.
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Coloring my Garden Mood
Color can influence the mood of your garden, as well as your own.
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Expanding Your Horizons - Suggestions
It's important to explore current and classic playwrights. Here are some suggestions to study, read, or see.
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Isaac Asimov Life and Works
Biography of Isaac Asimov, mid-1950s outstanding American science fiction writer, famous for Foundation Trilogy, Nightfall, among others.
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The Derringer Award Nominees 1997
The Derringer Award Nominees 1997
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Going Japanese: A Garden Design Dilemma
How do we house three bonsai in an English cottage-style garden?
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Interview with Laura Underwood part 1
This week's article is an interview with Fantasy author Laura Underwood.

Mystery Conference
A report of mystery conference held in Northeastern Pennsylania, the authors and the sleuths.
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National Treasure
A review of the movie "National Treasure".
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Politics Can Be Murder
An interesting look at the mystery writings of Margaret Truman and Elliott Roosevelt.
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