Host Pamela Cook interviews crime writer Kate Horan, to chat about  Kate's latest release, 'On the Edge,' a compelling thriller.

On the agenda is Kate's journey to becoming a writer, her experience with the Faber Academy course, and the mentorship she received from Katherine Heyman. Kate shares the inspiration behind 'The Inheritance,' her debut novel, and the complexities of returning to an earlier manuscript for 'On the Edge.' The episode also touches on the structural and character development processes, the challenges of writing, and the significance of small-town settings.

Pam also important news regarding the podcast in 2026.

1:27 Pamela's Writing and Podcast News

05:59 Substack Community and Subscriber Benefits

13:30 Kate Horan's Writing Journey

23:58 The Inheritance: Inspiration and Success

27:22 On the Edge: Themes and Storyline

29:43 Elevator Pitch for the Mystery Novel

31:12 Inspiration Behind the Story

33:09 Writing Process and Character Development

34:52 Challenges and Revisions

40:56 Small Town Setting and Its Importance

44:32 Character Development Techniques

48:00 Balancing Writing with Life

48:52 Promotion and Marketing Strategies

51:52 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

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