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    Sturm und Drang: Allison Brennan on Turning Weather into a Character in Thrillers

    Sturm und Drang: Allison Brennan on Turning Weather into a Character in Thrillers

    "Stories like this demand respect. Real people live through these storms. Real families don’t get to close the book and walk away."

    By Allison Brennan | June 23, 2026

    The Joy of Murder

    The Joy of Murder

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    By Allison Brennan | June 18, 2025

    How the Research for a New Novel Completely Shifted One Author's Way of Thinking

    How the Research for a New Novel Completely Shifted One Author's Way of Thinking

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    By Allison Brennan | February 9, 2024

    Crafting Will They or Won't They Tension in Thrillers

    Crafting Will They or Won't They Tension in Thrillers

    "Keeping the tension high while also moving the relationship forward and providing authentic conflict isn’t easy."

    By Allison Brennan | May 5, 2023

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    What's The Difference Between a Thriller and a Mystery? Pacing.

    A thriller author's tips for keeping the pages turning

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