BECOME A BETTER
MYSTERY & SUSPENSE WRITER
The mystery event is steeped in secret writing techniques. Participants play mysterious roles, all the while unearthing clues to make their writing stronger.
(Special hats and binoculars not required for participation; mustaches optional)
Create Together:
Murder at Moonstone Manor
Enter this 6-day writing event to learn how to produce bestselling books.
If you dare, you'll become part of a team of writing sleuths who will solve writing's greatest challenges.
Learn how to lay down clues for unsuspecting readers as we build a mystery together.
- learn the techniques that keep readers staying up all night to read more
- craft curiosity-inducing elements without giving away the story
- discover genre mechanics to anchor in core story elements
- learn how to show, not tell, your story
Solving the mystery of writing great books earns you the prize of a lifetime: becoming a better storyteller.
I WANT TO BE A WRITING SLEUTH!
April 28 - May 3, 2025
10 am - 11:30 am Pacific/11 Mountain/12 Central/1 Eastern
The magical way storytelling is explained is taking my writing to a new level.
- Valerie Lewellen
I have never had so much fun while learning to improve my craft at the same time.
- Mike Jackson
YOUR LEAD DETECTIVE, PUBLISHER LINDA STIRLING, WILL:
- Provide clues you'll share with the group . . . designed to teach you how to keep readers off track
- Guide the group towards laying the foundation of a great story . . . and help you improve your writing in the process
- Show you the best techniques for stretching out suspense (in any genre)
- Provide solid examples of structure & methods for keeping reader curiosity at its peak
- Give you a take-away map so you can easily set up your own perfect book structure . . . even if you're opposed to outlining
- Comment on your content within the private Facebook group
Your lead detective has helped hundreds of writers achieve success, including helping many to become international bestselling authors, selling film rights to several writers' books, and even helping some achieve mid-five-figure months from their work.
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$199
LIVE EVENT PACKAGE
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$397
PLATINUM PACKAGE
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RULES OF THE GAME
Be an engaged player
Follow the writing exercises
Agree to have fun and unleash your creativity
WHO IS THIS FOR?
- New writers currently working on a project
- Published authors who have already sold books but don't have solid sales
- Those who love to learn or improve their writing craft
WHO IS THIS NOT FOR?
- Nonfiction authors
- People who don't commit to doing the work
- Those who aren't willing to engage
- Anyone unable to learn while having fun
- Party poopers