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Writing Mystery, Thriller, and Suspense (MTS) with Author and Book Coach Samantha Skal
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المحتوى المقدم من Stacy Frazer. يتم تحميل جميع محتويات البودكاست بما في ذلك الحلقات والرسومات وأوصاف البودكاست وتقديمها مباشرة بواسطة Stacy Frazer أو شريك منصة البودكاست الخاص بهم. إذا كنت تعتقد أن شخصًا ما يستخدم عملك المحمي بحقوق الطبع والنشر دون إذنك، فيمكنك اتباع العملية الموضحة هنا https://ar.player.fm/legal.
I was delighted to have this conversation with Samantha Skal, an author and book coach of the mystery, thriller, and suspense genres, exploring the intricate journey of writing and publishing in these genres.
We discuss the common challenges MTS writers face, including dealing with self-doubt, thinking the story is boring and obvious, understanding genre expectations, and forming a compelling villain.
We hit on various aspects of the writing process, such as the importance of revision, the value of beta readers and how to use them, as well as the necessity of understanding and fulfilling reader expectations.
Sam shares her personal journey from a budding writer to a certified book coach, emphasizing the role of perseverance and adapting to one's unique writing process.
Sam also busts some myths surrounding the thriller and suspense genres, as well as the essential elements like character arcs and the psychological depth of villains that contribute to captivating storytelling.
We highlight practical advice for writers, including viewing the first draft as a zero draft to reduce pressure, the benefits of book coaching, and the importance of finishing projects. Finally, Sam introduces her newest project, Shadows and Secrets Writing Retreats, and encourages writers to persist in their creative endeavors.
00:00 The Journey of Writing: Embracing the Process
01:21 Diving Deep into Mystery, Thriller, and Suspense Writing
03:39 Crafting Villains and Emotional Arcs in MTS Genres
09:09 Overcoming Common Struggles and Myths in Writing MTS
19:29 Navigating the Writing Life: Time Management and Self-Doubt
27:16 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for MTS Writers
Learn more at www.samanthaskal.com and www.shadowsandsecretsretreats.com.
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