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This week, we discuss some of our favorite writing craft books that help us get through our writing. We touch upon mystery, fantasy, and writing in general, plus the career side of it.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why writing craft books are useful
• Rachel's recs
• Ari's recs

Books mentioned:

• Howdunit Book of Poisons: A Guide for Writers by Serita Stevens & Anne Bannon
• Howdunit Forensics by D.P. Lyle
• Police Procedure & Investigation: A Guide for Writers by Lee Lofland
• The Crime Writer's Reference Guide: 1001 Tips for Writing the Perfect Murder by Martin Roth
• How to Write a Successful Series by Helen B. Scheuerer
• How to Launch a Successful Series by Helen B. Scheuerer
• Wonderbook by Jeff VanderMeer
• Writer's Complete Fantasy Reference: An Indispensible Compendium of Myth and Magic by Writers Digest
• Writing and Editing Checklists by K.M. Allan (plus the Authoring Checklists companion)

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Intro & Outro – “Inspired” composed and produced by Kevin MacLeod of https://incompetech.com/ | Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0