How to Write a Mystery: Book Guide, Author and Facts
How to Write a Mystery by Lee Child: plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

From 70 of the most successful mystery writers in the business, an invaluable guide to crafting mysteries—from character development and plot to procedurals and thrillers—“this is a writing guide that readers and writers will turn to again and again” ( Booklist , starred review).
Quick facts about How to Write a Mystery
- Title: How to Write a Mystery
- Author: Lee Child
- First published: 2021
- Genre: literature, writing, nonfiction
- OpenLibrary ID: OL21950606W
Where to read How to Write a Mystery
How to Write a Mystery by Lee Child is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is How to Write a Mystery about?
From 70 of the most successful mystery writers in the business, an invaluable guide to crafting mysteries—from character development and plot to procedurals and thrillers—“this is a writing guide that readers and writers will turn to again and again” ( Booklist , starred review).
Who wrote How to Write a Mystery?
How to Write a Mystery was written by Lee Child.
When was How to Write a Mystery published?
How to Write a Mystery was first published in 2021.



