✨ In this lively and insightful session, the Fiction Cartel dives deep into the art of the red herring…those sneaky narrative misleads that keep readers guessing, characters fumbling, and plots wonderfully tangled.
Whether you write mystery, fantasy, or speculative fiction, red herrings offer a powerful tool to control pacing, subvert expectations, and deepen engagement.
The Fiction Cartel members:
With panelists Ann Kimbrough, Deleyna Marr, Kummer Wolfe and Jaime Buckley, traditional whodunits to character-driven misdirection in high adventure were discussed. The panel shares definitions, techniques, and personal examples from their own works.
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Thought-provoking questions emerge:
Are red herrings lies?
Should the character fall for them too?
How far can you push misdirection without betraying the reader’s trust?
🎯 Why Watch This Session:
Gain a clear understanding of what makes an effective red herring.
Hear real examples of how writers use misdirection across genres.
Explore the ethics and intent behind misleading the reader.
Discover how red herrings can serve character arcs, plot progression, and even worldbuilding.
Bonus: Enjoy the camaraderie, laughter, and spontaneous moments that make Fiction Cartel sessions a must-watch for any serious writer.
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🧭 About The Fiction Cartel
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Jaime *the-creative-addict* Buckley
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