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'The edit is where the real magic happens' We caught up with former student Heather Darwent to discuss her time studying with us and her debut thriller The Things We Do to Our Friends, which is to be published by Viking Read more on the blog 'The novelist begins where the historical record leaves gaps' Insights on researching and writing historical fiction from S J Parris (Stephanie Merritt) – author of the bestselling Giordano Bruno historical thriller series. For more expert advice on writing stories set in the past, enrol on our Writing Historical Fiction course which features exclusive videos and teaching notes from Stephanie. Six ways to build suspense Former CBC student and acclaimed thriller author Jenny Quintana shares her six-step guide to building suspense. From hooking your reader to setting the right pace, these must-read tips are for all writers – not just those working on psychological novels and crime fiction. Get more in-depth advice on how to write page-turning prose on our Writing a Psychological Thriller course. Our current courses Writing Historical Fiction Across six weeks bestselling author S J Parris will travel with you into the past – exploring what makes a compelling historical novel and identifying key writing techniques. Enrol by 3 May Writing a Psychological Thriller This six-week online course will teach you to write a twisty, suspenseful thriller that readers won’t be able to put down – with exclusive videos and notes from bestselling author Erin Kelly. Enrol by 3 May Writing Your Novel – Three-Months Deep-dive into your novel on this online course with expert tuition from acclaimed author Charlotte Mendelson, a strong peer group and industry advice from top UK and US literary agents. Apply by 16 May View all current courses View this email in your browser Copyright © 2021 Curtis Brown Creative Ltd, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website. Our mailing address is: Curtis Brown Creative Ltd 5th Floor, Haymarket House 28-29 Haymarket London, Eng SW1Y 4SP United Kingdom Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.