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Writing a Complex Mystery Novel with Bianca Marais

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What if the secret to writing unforgettable characters isn't interrogating them with questionnaires, but letting them reveal themselves organically?

In this episode, bestselling author Bianca Marais shares how she "pantsed" her way through writing her newest novel, A Most Puzzling Murder.

It’s especially impressive because this novel is a complex mystery with 12+ POVs, choose-your-own-adventure chapters, interactive puzzles, and a character who emails readers back.

If you've ever wondered how to build three-dimensional characters that feel alive, balance ambitious storytelling mechanics without losing narrative control then this conversation is perfect for you!

Bianca reveals the unique writing techniques that allowed her to juggle multiple perspectives while maintaining emotional depth, and why giving up control might be the key to unlocking your best work.

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Send me a Text Message!

What if the secret to writing unforgettable characters isn't interrogating them with questionnaires, but letting them reveal themselves organically?

In this episode, bestselling author Bianca Marais shares how she "pantsed" her way through writing her newest novel, A Most Puzzling Murder.

It’s especially impressive because this novel is a complex mystery with 12+ POVs, choose-your-own-adventure chapters, interactive puzzles, and a character who emails readers back.

If you've ever wondered how to build three-dimensional characters that feel alive, balance ambitious storytelling mechanics without losing narrative control then this conversation is perfect for you!

Bianca reveals the unique writing techniques that allowed her to juggle multiple perspectives while maintaining emotional depth, and why giving up control might be the key to unlocking your best work.

Bianca's Instagram

Bianca's Website

  1. The Art of Dual POV & Crafting Psychological Thrillers with Liz Alterman

  2. Writing Character Backstory with Author Liz Alterman

  3. Literary Agent and Author Jenna Satterthwaite on Making it in the Publishing Industry

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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