Edgar Allan Poe created the foundations of detective fiction when Graham’s Lady’s and Gentleman’s Magazine published his story, “The Murders in the Rue Morgue”, in April 1841.
Author: Nancy C. Walker
When I was a child, I wouldn’t stop reading. This developed an active imagination and a creative soul. My passion eventually led me to continue my education with a BA in English Language and Literature, and an MFA in Creative Writing. My education also developed my interest in teaching. Now I share my passion for all things creative with others through my books, live streams, and website.
Holmes vs. Poirot: Character Development Lessons from the Masters of Mystery
We can’t talk about character development in mystery stories without discussing the two most popular detectives in the world: Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot.
The Craft of Writing: Portraying Diverse Characters Respectfully
As a White author, I had to research how to write diverse characters respectfully. This post explains what I learned.