We've all been there—inspiration strikes while you're in the shower, driving, or just about to fall asleep. A brilliant murder scenario unfolds in your mind, but by the time you can properly write it down, the magic has faded. Today, I'm sharing my 5-minute plotting technique to capture those fleeting moments of murderous inspiration.

Today’s theme is all about the long game for your writing career. In this world of instant gratification and living in the present, making long term plans for anything sounds dull, I know. And marketing can feel like the bane of a writer's existence. We'd much rather be crafting twisty plots and compelling characters than hawking our wares on social media. But the truth is, if you want to build a sustainable career as a crime fiction author, you can't afford to ignore the business side of things.

In the craft segment, I’m talking about a decision that will directly affect your marketing efforts is this: will you write standalone crime novels or a series of novels featuring the same characters?

Welcome to Midweek Murder Motivation, a bite-sized burst of inspiration for crime fiction writers. In just five minutes, we'll explore one aspect of crafting compelling murder mysteries that will keep your readers turning pages. So grab your notebook, silence your inner critic, and let's talk about the delightful art of literary homicide. This week, embracing your dark side.