Thriller 101

Pacing and Process: Writing Thrillers and Mysteries with Elle Grawl


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In this episode, I talk with Elle Grawl, author of the psychological thrillers One of Those Faces and What Still Burns. Elle shares how she wrote her debut novel while balancing a demanding day job, how her writing process has evolved, and her best advice for writers navigating pacing and productivity challenges.

What You’ll Learn:

  • How Elle finished her debut novel while working full-time.
  • The importance of pacing in thrillers and mysteries and how to refine it.
  • Tips for evolving your writing process as life and creative needs change.
  • Why experimenting with different methods can reignite your creativity.

Actionable Tip:

Take a moment to evaluate your current writing process. Is it still working for you? Try incorporating one new technique this week—whether it’s experimenting with drafting out of order, bullet-pointing your next few chapters, or carving out time during your lunch break to write. See how it feels and adjust as needed. Flexibility is key to keeping your momentum!

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