What’s the secret to writing a story that grips readers? Tension.
Finding ways to ratchet up the tension in your story will keep readers
flipping pages because they simply have to know what comes next! As the
author of four nail-biting suspense novels, Patchell shares some
practical tips on how to increase the story tension and keep your
readers enthralled.
Chris Patchell is the bestselling author of In the Dark and the
Indie Reader Discovery Award winning novel Deadly Lies. A former tech
worker turned full-time author, Chris Patchell pens gritty suspense
novels set in the Pacific Northwest.
About the Meetings
The Portland Chapter holds monthly meetings for writers in the Portland metropolitan area. Members from other chapters are always welcome as are writers new to Willamette Writers.Unless otherwise stated…
Meeting Time
The Portland Chapter meets on the first Tuesday of each month except for August when we head to the Willamette Writers Conference.Meeting Location
Meetings are held at the historic Old Church in downtown Portland.The Historic Old Church
1422 SW 11th Ave.
Portland, OR 97201
Meeting Format
- 6:30-7:00 p.m., Meeting Setup, Signup, Fellowship and Refreshments
- 7:00-8:15 p.m., News and Announcements followed by the Program
- 8:15-8:30 p.m., Book signings, silent auctions, or other events in the back room
