Episode notes
Join Paul Delos Santos as he speaks with author Bill McCormick, whose diverse life experiences shaped his award-winning thrillers and mysteries. Discover his fascinating journey from childhood ghost stories to crafting suspenseful narratives across global settings.
Episode Notes:
- The Genesis of a Storyteller: How early interests in the unknown and spooky led Bill to become a thriller and mystery writer.
- Crafting the Perfect Mystery: Bill explains the importance of keeping readers engaged, "playing fair" with clues, and the unique "how-catch-them" subgenre.
- Global Settings, Authentic Stories: Discover how his extensive travels and residencies in Eastern Europe (Latvia, Ukraine, Russia, Estonia) provide rich, realistic backdrops for his fictional wo ...
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