461: Karin Slaughter Does it Again

Hey writers! Sarina here! 

I have never been quiet about how much I enjoy Karin Slaughter’s work. So when the opportunity arose for me to read her brand new book, We Are All Guilty Here, and then interview her about it, I raised my hand faster than an extra in a deodorant ad. 

The new book is a series starter with a kickass female heroine, and I could not have loved it more! 

Join as as I quiz Karin on: 

• How to write a sweeping series starter
• Small towns as a setting. How small is too small?
• The difference between a procedural and psychological suspense
• Character development and much more! 
  
  

Karin is incredibly smart and such an important voice in suspense. You won’t want to miss this one!

Other favorite’s of Karin’s that we discussed include:

Pieces of Her

The Grant County series


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