July 5 - 30, 2010
"Knock 'em Dead: Writing Mystery & Suspense"
by Stephen D. Rogers
Do you lie awake at night punching your pillow while you stew about that ex, that boss, that too-busy-to-even-send-a-form-rejection agent or editor? Wouldn't it be great to kill that person, throw suspicion on someone else, and then step forward to save the day? You can. And readers will pay to see how it all plays out.
(Note: While all characters and situations mentioned in class will be treated as fictional, students may elect to attend using an assumed name.)
By taking this course, you'll learn how to:
* Understand the different sub-genres
* Create the story tripod
* Develop a cast of characters
* Describe settings (macro and micro)
* Plant clues and red herrings
* Research the specifics
* Handle sex, language, and violence
* Produce an ending that sells your NEXT manuscript
Derringer winner Stephen D. Rogers is the author of SHOT TO DEATH and more than 600 shorter pieces. A member of Mystery Writer of America, Private Eye Writers of America, and Sisters in Crime, he is also the head writer at CrimeScene.com, where viewers solve the mystery. Visit his website, www.stephendrogers.com, to learn about new and upcoming titles as well as other timely information.
To register for the "Knock 'em Dead: Writing Mystery & Suspense" course, click HERE.