How to Use Tropes to Attract Readers

Episode 073 / Surprise pregnancy. Murder on a train. Rag-tag crew. In this episode Jami and Sara dive into the wonderful world of tropes. They discuss why you want to use tropes in your writing and marketing. They share their personal favorites and then brainstorm creative twists on tropes.

This episode was inspired by two things:

Jami’s interview on Best Book Ever podcast and the Creative Penn podcast episode 513: Writing In The Dark. Horror Writing Tips With Tim Waggoner, in which Tim Waggoner gives some great tips for using tropes in a new way.

Jami’s book recommendation: Romance Tropes & Hooks by Karen Winter

✨ Question of the week: What is your favorite trope to write? Come over and let us know at WIKT Facebook group! You can find show notes and links at wishidknownforwriters.com.

Genres discussed include romance, romantic comedy, cozy mystery, traditional mystery, police procedural, thriller, urban fantasy, and sci-fi. 

Other links: 

The Big List of Craft and marketing books mentioned on WIKT podcast episodes 

Jami’s Launch Plan

Sara’s Book Release Timeline Checklist

WIKT episode on Paranormal Cozies with

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