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How to Hook Readers with Alex Kenna’s Expert Thriller-Writing Advice

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Join me for an in-depth author interview with Alex Kenna, the brilliant mind behind What Meets the Eye. This episode is packed with writing tips for aspiring thriller authors, including how to write gripping characters, avoid backstory pitfalls, and use word choice to reveal personality and mood. If you’re passionate about thriller writing, this conversation offers actionable advice you can implement immediately. Don’t miss these insights from an expert storyteller!

What You’ll Learn:

  • How intentional word choice reveals character personality and mood.
  • Why intriguing lines can replace heavy backstory to keep readers hooked
  • The importance of setting up character goals early in your story.

Actionable Tip:
This week, experiment with introducing a new character using Alex’s techniques. Write one paragraph that:

  1. Reflects their personality through word choice.
  2. Hints at their backstory without giving too much away.
  3. Clearly shows what they’re striving for.

Get the list of 125+ Literary Agents who rep Thriller, Mystery, Suspense, and Crime Fiction

Study the Opening Paragraphs of the Top Authors Writing Thrillers Right Now

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Manage episode 460003384 series 3576004
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Send me a Text Message!

Download the One-Page Study of Alex Kenna's Writing
Storyteller's Society Waitlist
Elle Grawl's Episode
Connect with Alex on Instagram
Join me for an in-depth author interview with Alex Kenna, the brilliant mind behind What Meets the Eye. This episode is packed with writing tips for aspiring thriller authors, including how to write gripping characters, avoid backstory pitfalls, and use word choice to reveal personality and mood. If you’re passionate about thriller writing, this conversation offers actionable advice you can implement immediately. Don’t miss these insights from an expert storyteller!

What You’ll Learn:

  • How intentional word choice reveals character personality and mood.
  • Why intriguing lines can replace heavy backstory to keep readers hooked
  • The importance of setting up character goals early in your story.

Actionable Tip:
This week, experiment with introducing a new character using Alex’s techniques. Write one paragraph that:

  1. Reflects their personality through word choice.
  2. Hints at their backstory without giving too much away.
  3. Clearly shows what they’re striving for.

Get the list of 125+ Literary Agents who rep Thriller, Mystery, Suspense, and Crime Fiction

Study the Opening Paragraphs of the Top Authors Writing Thrillers Right Now

  continue reading

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