Keith Brooke4d ago
New: the March issue of the Dead East newsletter is now available, a free monthly email covering new releases, extracts, events, news and other information from across the crime genre.
https://deadeast.substack.com/p/dead-east-april-2026
#mystery #CrimeFiction #MysteryFiction #publishing #PublishingNews
Writers Digest (unofficial)5d ago
From Poetry to Murder: How a Poet Writes Crime https://www.writersdigest.com/from-poetry-to-murder-how-a-poet-writes-crime #WriteBetterFiction #WriteBetterPoetry #Mystery/Thriller #mysteryfiction #writingmystery #WritingPoetry #crimefiction #poetry #Genre
From Poetry to Murder: How a Poet Writes Crime

Poet and author Erica Wright shares the common threads of poetry and crime fiction while also explaining how a poet writes crime.

Writer's Digest
๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ Sophie ๐Ÿ–‹ Cozy Mystery!Apr 3

Looking for FREE* Mystery / Suspense / Thriller ebooks? Check out this Bookfunnel event - 183 (!!!) authors brought you their best!

PS: there's an excerpt of both my upcoming cozy mystery and of my light sci-fi mystery YA novel in there ๐Ÿ™‚

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Mystery, Thriller, & Suspense Freebies ~ April Edition

Searching for an action-packed thrill ride or a twisty whodunnit?? Look no further! These mystery, thriller, and suspense writershave teamed up to bring you these FREE books! Scoop them up today! *** THIS IS A BOOKMOJO PROMOTION - Helping You Find Your Next Favorite Read. Find More Books | Signed Books | Special Editions Authors & Publishers

๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€๐ŸŒˆ Sophie ๐Ÿ–‹ Cozy Mystery!Apr 3

Looking for FREE* Mystery / Suspense / Thriller ebooks? Check out this Bookfunnel event - 183 (!!!) authors brought you their best!

PS: there's an excerpt of both my upcoming cozy mystery and of my light sci-fi mystery YA novel in there ๐Ÿ™‚

https://bf.sophiemaddon.com/thrillingfreebies-apr/ptxhmfv3xk

#freebooks #free #ebooks #books #bookstodon #mystery #cozymystery #mysterybooks #thriller #thrillerbooks #cozymysterybooks #suspense #suspencefiction #mysteryfiction #bookfunnel

*free with newsletter sign-up

Mystery, Thriller, & Suspense Freebies ~ April Edition

Searching for an action-packed thrill ride or a twisty whodunnit?? Look no further! These mystery, thriller, and suspense writershave teamed up to bring you these FREE books! Scoop them up today! *** THIS IS A BOOKMOJO PROMOTION - Helping You Find Your Next Favorite Read. Find More Books | Signed Books | Special Editions Authors & Publishers

We Are Wise ThinkersMar 2

The Last Drop A Samantha Leary Short Story

Kyle thought he could leave the shadows behind. But routines have a memory, and danger follows. A tense psychological thriller about control, surveillance, and the cost of normalcy.

https://wearewisethinkers.com/2026/03/02/the-last-drop-a-samantha-leary-short-story/

The Last Drop A Samantha Leary Short Story

Kyle thought he could leave the shadows behind. But routines have a memory, and danger follows. A tense psychological thriller about control, surveillance, and the cost of normalcy.

We Are Wise Thinkers
Writers Digest (unofficial)Feb 21
A Conversation With Lyla Lane on Writing an Integrated Cast That Drives the Story (Killer Writers) https://www.writersdigest.com/a-conversation-with-lyla-lane-on-writing-an-integrated-cast-that-drives-the-story-killer-writers #characterdevelopment #WriteBetterFiction #ConflictInFiction #Mystery/Thriller #CastOfCharacters #mysteryfiction #writingmystery #KillerWriters #BeInspired #Interviews #Genre
A Conversation With Lyla Lane on Writing an Integrated Cast That Drives the Story (Killer Writers)

Clay Stafford has a conversation with author Lyla Lane on writing an integrated cast of characters that drive stories, and more.

Writer's Digest
Stephen Lloyd AuslenderFeb 19

The best mysteries keep readers hooked not just with twists, but with powerful emotional stakes. The Secret Weapon of Great Mysteries shows how unlocking your characterโ€™s inner conflict can create deeper suspense and a more satisfying resolution...
๐Ÿ‘‰ Read more: https://www.jeanneriedelbooks.com/mystery-internal-conflict-resolution-guide/

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Writers Digest (unofficial)Feb 11
Johnny Compton: On the Power and Pitfalls of Anger https://www.writersdigest.com/johnny-compton-on-the-power-and-pitfalls-of-anger #Writer'sDigestAuthorSpotlight #AuthorSpotlightSeries #WriteBetterFiction #Mystery/Thriller #AuthorSpotlights #AuthorSpotlight #mysteryfiction #HorrorFiction #BeInspired #Interviews #Horror #Genre
Johnny Compton: On the Power and Pitfalls of Anger

In this interview, author Johnny Compton discusses the changes that took place in the 15 years since he first had the idea for his new horror mystery novel, Dead First.

Writer's Digest
Writers Digest (unofficial)Feb 6
Who Among You With a Successful Novel Series Is up for the Challenge of Creating a New One? https://www.writersdigest.com/who-among-you-with-a-successful-novel-series-is-up-for-the-challenge-of-creating-a-new-one #WritingNewCharacters #WriteBetterFiction #WritingTechniques #Mystery/Thriller #ThrillerFiction #mysteryfiction #novelseries #Genre
Who Among You With a Successful Novel Series Is up for the Challenge of Creating a New One?

After writing 14 books in one series, author Jeffrey Siger explains his rationale for starting up a new novel series.

Writer's Digest
Writers Digest (unofficial)Jan 31
A Conversation With James Grippando on The Art of Novel Series Longevity (Killer Writers) https://www.writersdigest.com/a-conversation-with-james-grippando-on-the-art-of-novel-series-longevity-killer-writers #WriteBetterFiction #Mystery/Thriller #ThrillerFiction #mysteryfiction #ThrillerSeries #KillerWriters #BeInspired #Interviews #Genre
A Conversation With James Grippando on The Art of Novel Series Longevity (Killer Writers)

Clay Stafford has a conversation with author James Grippando on writing a stand-alone novel that turned into a long-running series, and more.

Writer's Digest