How a 2AM Idea Sparked a Mystery Novel: Rodney Carpentier on Law Enforcement, Plotting, and Writing

In this gripping episode of Authors on Mission podcast, host Danielle Hutchinson sits down with mystery author Rodney Carpentier to explore how a late-night shift and a lifetime in law enforcement led to his debut novel Our Lady of the Overlook.Rodney shares how hiking the Catskills, working in his father’s shadow, and 19 years of investigative experience shaped his storytelling. From cold cases to character arcs, he reveals how real-life details and emotional depth bring authenticity to his fiction.💡 Tips for aspiring mystery writers:✅ Use short writing sprints to stay productive✅ Find your writing style—plotter, pantser, or hybrid✅ Collaborate with beta readers for honest feedback✅ Self-publishing offers creative control—especially for cover design✅ “Write what you know,” but don’t be afraid to stretch🎯 Plus: Get a sneak peek at his upcoming sequel, Quiet Whispers of the Overlook and learn how to stay updated via rlcarpentierwriter.com🎙️ Tune in for a masterclass in mystery writing, emotional storytelling, and creative reinvention.#AuthorsOnMission #RodneyCarpentier #MysteryWritingTips #OurLadyOfTheOverlook #SelfPublishingJourney #PodcastForWriters #CatskillsMystery #QuietWhispersOfTheOverlook