How to Plot a Murder and Get Away With It, Featuring John Desjarlais

186 W Main St,Spartanburg SC 29306

06 October, 2022

Description

On Thursday, October 6th, join us for a presentation on traditional mystery plotting with John Desjarlais. A member of the Mystery Writers of America and the North Carolina Writers Network, Desjarlais is the author of multiple works of fiction, including, most recently, "The Kill Floor," a murder mystery set in the small town Midwest. Drawing upon his own experience as both a writer and a teacher, Desjarlais will walk attendees through the art of plotting, providing systemized advice for all aspiring mystery writers on how to outline and execute a successful (fictional!) murder. This event is free and open to all; RSVP to let us know you're coming, and don't forget to reserve your copy of the book with Hub City! About the Book "In the city, sitting in a squad car made you an easy target, but in the country you were a shield." -The Kill Floor Frank "Flash" Gordon knows it's a detective's duty to speak for the victim, even when the world would rather they turn their back. When the brash CEO of a huge swine factory is found dead on the property, most of the rural town wants to say "good riddance" and let the world move on one billionaire fewer. Frank can't shake the feeling that something is off. How can he solve the murder when the whole town seems to want the victim dead? To make matters more complex, most of the clues point to a dead man. As the case twists and turns, Frank struggles to maintain his marriage to local environmental activist Stephanie. Frank's hunt for the truth puts him, his marriage, and his career on the kill floor. Perfect for fans of police procedural novels, this small town murder mystery weaves drama and intrigue among the vibrant midwestern community members and the new industries throwing their way of life off balance. About the Author A former producer with Wisconsin Public Radio and a retired English professor, John Desjarlais writes historical novels, mysteries, and YA adventures that awaken wonder. His books include The Throne of Tara (Crossway 1990), The Light of Tara (KDP 2020), Relics (Thomas Nelson 1993), Bleeder, Viper, Specter (Sophia Institute/Chesterton 2008, 2011, 2015) and The Kill Floor (Torchflame 2022). His stories and poems have appeared in a variety of journals such as The Critic, Conclave, Lit Noir, Apocalypse 9, Dappled Things, and Kakalak. A member of Mystery Writers of America, The Rockford Writers Guild, The North Carolina Poetry Society and The North Carolina Writers Network, Desjarlais is listed in Who's Who in Entertainment and Who's Who Among America's Teachers.