From Ghostwriting to the Richard & Judy Book Club with Ruth Kelly

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How do you transition from writing someone else’s life story to becoming a bestselling thriller author? In this episode of The Write Club, Beth and Mary are joined by the brilliant Ruth Kelly, author of the gripping new psychological thriller, The Afterparty.A Richard & Judy Book Club favourite, Ruth shares the secrets behind her ‘just one more chapter’ pacing and how her background as an award-winning journalist and ghostwriter shaped her approach to fiction. We dive into the dark themes of power and secrets, the essential mindset for successful ghostwriting, and Ruth’s top advice for turning a strong idea into a finished manuscript. If you want to know how to balance factual realism with heart-pounding drama, this episode is for you.Buy The Afterparty: The Most Heart-Pounding Thriller For Winter 2025 From The Bestselling, Richard & Judy Book Club Pick Author This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit writersonline.substack.com/subscribe

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