Murder and Mayhem: Get inside the dark minds of the world’s top crime and thriller writers. MURDER MAYHEM 28: Drew Chapman is the American crime author of The King of Fear and The Ascendant. @AndrewDChapman
Aug 27, 2016
Drew Chapman, an accomplished crime author and former screenwriter for major studios, dives into the art of crime writing. He discusses his novels, 'The King of Fear' and 'The Ascendant,' emphasizing character dilemmas amid geopolitical tension. Chapman shares his transition from screenplays to novels, highlighting the joys of editing and originality in storytelling. He also explores the necessity of author platforms in today's publishing world and shares insights on crafting relatable characters, making it a must-listen for aspiring writers.
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Inspiration From Pat Tillman
- Drew Chapman was inspired by Pat Tillman's story of a reluctant hero who joined the military and died tragically.
- This led him to create his protagonist, Garrett Riley, who is reluctant to serve his country despite being called upon.
Structured Writing Approach
- Drew Chapman is a structural writer who outlines every detail before writing.
- He prefers detailed planning over spontaneous writing approaches like Isabella Allende's.
Love of Editing over Writing
- Drew Chapman enjoys editing his manuscript more than writing parts.
- He revises extensively, with margin notes as plentiful as typed text.
