Hallie Ephron Books

Solve the MYSTERY of how to write and sell a KILLER story!With the help of interactive exercises, mystery author and crime fiction critic Hallie Ephron gives you the momentum you need to turn a kernel of an idea into an intriguing mystery novel. You'll learn to capitalize on your writing strengths and shore up your weaknesses.This comprehensive guide covers every aspect of mystery writing, including:planning, twisting the plot, and constructing a credible surprise endingcreating a compelling sleuth and a worthy villaindeceiving and revealing with red herrings and clueswriting investigation, spine-tingling suspense, and dramatic actionrevising - from sharpening characters, to optimizing pace, to smithing wordsengaging the readerBy the time you finish reading part one of this book, you will have a blueprint for your entire story. Parts two and three take your blueprint from idea to well-polished novel. Part four is an insider's guide to getting it into an agent's or publisher's hands.-

Exploring the intricacies of trust and hidden truths, this gripping thriller delves into the lengths individuals will go to safeguard their past secrets. With a relentless pace and unsettling atmosphere, it challenges the reader's perception of love and loyalty, questioning how well we truly know those closest to us. The narrative promises an engaging and suspenseful experience, making it a compelling choice for fans of psychological thrillers.

The larger his collection becomes, the deeper the distance grows between Emily and the man she married.Luckily, Emily's got two new clients to distract herself: an elderly widow whose husband left behind a storage unit she didn't know existed, and a young wife whose husband won't allow her stuff into their house.

A reformed hacker, Diana Highsmith, has become a recluse, isolating herself in her home for over a year. Struggling with her past and the consequences of her former life, she faces an internal battle while grappling with the outside world's dangers. As she confronts her fears and the ghosts of her past, Diana's journey explores themes of redemption, trust, and the complexities of human connection. Her transformation is both compelling and poignant, as she seeks to reclaim her life amidst the shadows that haunt her.

A gripping mystery unfolds as the protagonist navigates a web of secrets and deception, challenging her understanding of trust and loyalty. Set against a backdrop of suspense, the narrative delves into the complexities of human relationships and the lengths one will go to uncover the truth. With unexpected twists and a richly developed cast of characters, this story keeps readers on the edge of their seats, making it a compelling read for fans of psychological thrillers.

Discover the secrets to crafting an unforgettable mystery!

Lissie Woodham and her sister Janey were playing with their porcelain dolls in the front yard when a puppy scampered by. Lissie chased after the pup and returned to find Janey-- and her precious doll gone. Forty years later Lis-- now a mother with a college-age daughter of her own-- still blames herself for what happened. Every year their mother places a classified ad in the local paper with a picture of the toy Janey had with her that day, offering a generous cash reward for its return. This year, the doll came home. But someone knows the truth about what happened all those years ago, and is desperate to keep it hidden

Gerade erst hat Emily zwei lukrative Aufträge an Land gezogen, als die professionelle Aufräumerin plötzlich des Mordes verdächtigt wird: Denn der Tote ist der Ehemann einer ihrer neuen Kundinnen und der Tatort ein Lagerraum, den Emily entrümpeln sollte. Alles Zufall? Nein, Emily findet sich in einem fein gesponnenen Netz von Intrigen und Indizien wieder, das sich immer mehr zuzieht … Hüte deine Zunge ist der neueste Thriller der New-York-Times-Bestseller-Autorin – spannend, überraschend und höchst unterhaltsam.

Diana Highsmith leidet nach dem Tod ihres Mannes unter Panikattacken und verlässt ihr Haus nie. Als ihre Schwester Ashley verschwindet, muss Diana ihre Ängste überwinden und sich auf die Suche nach ihr machen, ohne zu wissen, welche Gefahren sie außerhalb ihrer sicheren vier Wände erwarten.