Have you been itching to get started on a crime or thriller novel project but need guidance on some of the core elements of craft?
This kit includes three unique and hugely popular online courses from some of Australia’s most versatile crime and thriller writers, J.P. Pomare, Jock Serong and Ashley Kalagian Blunt. These courses explore narrative tension, plot and structure, and how to imbue your work with the elusive element of suspense—a vital ingredient for all crime and thriller writers.
You’ll learn how to:
- Complete and redraft a thriller manuscript with an eye for publication
- Use examples from bestsellers in the genre as touchstones to shape unique and engaging ideas into longer-form work
- Utilise several different methods to visualise and map your plot
- Orient yourself and navigate your own work as you write
- Harness structure at a macro and micro level
- Experiment with perspective to illuminate meaning
- Build suspense at the macro and micro levels of narrative
- Understand how suspense, pace, momentum and tension contribute to narrative drive
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Analyse the components of suspense through readings and discussion
This kit includes:
Frequently Asked Questions
When do these courses start and finish?
The courses start now and never end! These are completely self-paced online courses - you decide when you start and when you finish. We encourage you to approach this material not just as lessons to be finished once and for all, but also as a collection of resources to which you can return time and again.
How long do I have access to the courses?
Forever! After enrolling, you have unlimited lifetime access to these courses—across any and all devices you own.
Does the teacher provide feedback?
No. If you are interested in receiving feedback on your project, we encourage you to check out KYD’s Manuscript Assessment Service:
killyourdarlings.com.au/shop/manuscript-assessments/
How do I access my courses?
All our online workshops are hosted at workshops.killyourdarlings.com.au, via the Teachable platform. You can access your course by logging in at that link, or by following the link in your welcome email when you enrol. Please note that as the Teachable platform is a separate website to KYD you will need to create a new account, and will not be able to use your KYD login details.
I’m a KYD member. How do I receive my 10% discount?
Click on the ‘Enrol now’ button. Enter the coupon code that was emailed to you when you became a KYD member at checkout. If you can't find your code, please email us and we’ll be happy to remind you!
What if I have another question?
You can email us at courses@killyourdarlings.com.au and we'll be happy to help!