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Writing Thrillers: How to Hook your Reader

Where
Balmain Rd
Lilyfield NSW 2040
Australia
Writing NSW
When

Saturday 30 August from 10am to 4pm

Cost

Adult: $225Writing NSW Member: $170Concession Member: $145

The aim of any thriller novel is to enthrall your reader and keep them turning the pages. But how do you achieve that? Every thriller needs a combination of compelling characters, twisting plots, fast pacing and suspense. In this one-day course with best-selling thriller author, Petronella McGovern, you’ll learn how to link your characters and plot, and keep your story moving.

We’ll discuss the differences between story and plot, and understand how your plot must relate intrinsically to your characters and their development.

You’ll learn different techniques to ramp up the tension and suspense, including your setting. Exercises will focus on point of view options for your character; creating a hook in the opening of your novel; and writing a scene with pace.

By the end of the course, participants will have a better understanding of how to grab their reader from the first page and develop tension throughout their story.

This course, Writing Thrillers: How to Hook your Reader with Petronella McGovern, will be held at Writing NSW, in Sydney.

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