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Episode 39: Crafting Thrilling Narratives

Episode 39: Crafting Thrilling Narratives

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🎙️ From brain science to pulse-pounding thrillers—Christine Daigle knows how the mind works.
In this episode of The Author Next Door, Angela Haas and Cassie Newell talk with Christine Daigle, a neuropsychologist turned thriller author, about how her background in human behavior helps her craft unforgettable characters and twisty, tension-filled plots.

They dive into:

Christine’s unique journey from neuropsychology to thriller writing 🧠📚

How deep insight into human behavior and motivation fuels her characters

The craft of writing thrillers: pacing, twists, and emotional stakes

The power of collaboration and creative partnerships

What it really takes to transition between genres

How research adds authenticity—and what readers notice

The evolving world of speculative fiction and where she sees it going

Resources, mindset shifts, and community advice for indie authors


Answer in comments👇 What’s your favorite thriller that got into your head and stayed there?

Where to find Christine: https://www.christinedaiglebooks.com/


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ℹ️ Keywords 🔑
thriller, writing, neuropsychology, character development, pacing, collaboration, speculative fiction, crime fiction, world-building, research, indie authors, self-publishing

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