Julia Crouch’s Top Writing Tips – the podcast!
What to do – and not do

A couple of years ago we published an article by Julia Crouch listing six amazing tips for writing crime fiction. On today’s podcast Julia dives into each of those tips in audio form, effectively delivering a mini-writing masterclass. The tips here are valid for any genre, although are especially pertinent for crime fiction writers.

Meanwhile, Steph and Simon tease some very exciting upcoming events that you don’t want to miss.

If you missed part 1, make sure you go back and listen to episode #75!

Explore our Introduction to Crime Writing course, led by Julia.

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Eimear McBride launch event

Jenny Offil launch event

Find out more about our crime writing festival

Julia’s website

Norfolk & Norwich Festival

Music by Bennet Maples.

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