Writing Crime Stories for Beginners
A course by paolo roversi , Author, Scriptwriter, and Journalist
Learn to write crime stories for a novel, film, or podcast by exploring core components like characters and setting
Learn to write crime stories for a novel, film, or podcast by exploring core components like characters and setting
Noir, thrillers, and the classic detective novel all fit under the vast umbrella of crime stories, one of the most-read genres on the market. But what does it take to craft one of these suspense-driven stories full of plot twists? Paolo Roversi, journalist and author specialized in crime novels, gives you the clues to write your own in this online course. Paolo has published more than 20 books and has collaborated on screenplays as well as scripts for television and podcasts.
Like a true detective, discover the core components of this genre and how to piece together a plot by answering three fundamental questions: when, why, and how. Learn to create a credible protagonist, establish an authentic setting, and pace the action of your narrative. Find your style and write a gripping crime story that leaves readers asking "whodunit" till the last page.
What will you learn in this online course?
12 lessons & 12 downloads
- 92% positive reviews (64)
- 1,804 students
- 12 lessons (1h 25m)
- 12 additional resources (3 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Italian
- Italian · Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Learn about all the elements needed to write a crime story and adapt it to your preferred format, whether as a novel, a screenplay, or a podcast.
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Who is this online course for?
Anyone who wants to learn how to write a crime story.
Requirements and materials
No prior knowledge is necessary for this course.
The only materials you need are a pen and paper or a computer with a word processor.
Reviews
A course by paolo roversi
Paolo Roversi is an author, scriptwriter, and journalist from Suzzara who currently lives and works in Milan. He began studying modern history in Italy and writing articles for local newspapers, but ended up completing his degree in Nice, France. After returning home, he decided to pursue one of his other major interests and launched a career in computer science, leaving writing on the back burner.
During one of his business trips, however, he rediscovered his passion for storytelling and penned what would be his first crime novel. He has since published more than 20 novels translated into eight languages, some of which have been adapted as short films, plays, and an upcoming feature film. He has also collaborated on film, TV, and podcast projects and teaches courses at several schools, including the Scuola Holden in Turin.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Who I am, my story, what I do
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Influences
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U2
Tools of the Trade
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How, When, and Why
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What Is Meant by a Crime Story
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The Plot
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U3
The Essential Elements of a Crime Story
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The Breathtaking Character, the Hero of the Story
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The Time of History
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The Setting
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Style Creation
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The Different Declinations of the Crime Story
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U4
You're Almost Done
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Review and Editing
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A Bit of Magic
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FP
Final project
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Writing Crime Stories for Beginners
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sdicardi
The course is pleasant and flowing, and offers interesting and practical ideas for starting to plan a crime story.
bad.alice1988
Falta la traducción de todos los recursos extras en todos los idiomas posibles para entender.
Falta un acompañamiento REAL durante TODO el proceso aunque sea solo para un borrador de 10 hojas, eso de que nos manden a escribir para la comunidad y bla bla bla, no sirve, la idea de escribir es una reescritura y qué mejor que el propio tallerista te de las indicaciones, lo más importante es, recibir todo el tiempo feed back durante el proceso creativo de PROPIO PROFESOR, así es como se aprende.
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christinaellie2024
I enjoyed this course very much. Lot's of valuable notes and suggestions.
gustavomcandido
Curso fenomenal, apesar de focar mais para um lado do assustador e negro.
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Armalite 16
Un curso muy interesante y a pesar de que esta enfocado a la novela negra. Se pueden usar las pautas narrativas que enseña el profesor en otro tipo de relatos.
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