About this episode

Fleur Bradley discusses her approach to writing mysteries for middle grade readers and shares insights from her new craft book.

In this episode we dive into the world of writing mysteries for middle grade readers with Fleur Bradley, an author known for her engaging middle grade novels including Midnight at the Barclay Hotel and Daybreak on Raven Island. Fleur has now published her method for writing stories in a succinct yet comprehensive craft book titled Get a Clue: How to Plot, Write, and Sell Your MG Or YA Mystery, and in this interview you’ll discover insights from her journey as a writer, tips on crafting compel...

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