title: Guide to Writing the Mystery Novel: Lots of Examples, Plus Dead Bodies
author:  Barbara Gregorich 
description: ". . . an accessible primer for writers of all skill and experience levels. . . . packed with tips, tricks, and techniques that any aspiring author will find invaluable." -- <i>Midwest Book Review</i><br /><br />I especially liked the examples where Gregorich provides examples of points of view (POV), including first person and third person singular, multiple, and plural. -- <i>Windy City Reviews </i><br /><br />It is written in a comfortable, easy-to-follow style and is chock full of examples from Gregorich's own mysteries as well as some from other writers. Her knowledge of the writing process shines through on every page and the information will be invaluable for beginning writers in any genre. . . . <i>-- San Francisco Book Review</i><br /><br />Even though I have no ambitions or plans to write a mystery novel, reading this guide was both educational and entertaining. I knew I would like this book because I am interested in writing and the process used in writing. <i>-- Bitter Tea and Mystery Blog</i>
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  # [**ABOUT THE AUTHOR**](contents.xhtml#c_ata)
  
  
  
  
  
  [JANE
  HADDAM](http://us.macmillan.com/author/janehaddam?utm_source=ebook&utm_medium=adcard&utm_term=ebookreaders&utm_content=janehaddam_authorpage_macdotcom&utm_campaign=9781250770509)
  was the fiction pseudonym of Orania Papazoglou, the author of more than thirty
  novels, most featuring Gregor Demarkian. The widow of mystery writer William
  DeAndrea, she died in 2019 shortly after finishing this work. You can sign up
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  **THE GREGOR DEMARKIAN BOOKS**
  
  
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  _Not a Creature Was Stirring_
  
  
  _Preciou