# Secrets of Crafting Fast-Paced YA Thrillers with April Henry

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Published: 2026-06-05T07:00:00+00:00
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Send us Fan Mail It’s not every day that a bestselling author invites you into the secret world behind their creative process. In this episode, I sit down with April Henry, acclaimed writer of thirty-two mysteries and thrillers, to discuss how she crafts her gripping stories—making them both intricately plotted and beautifully accessible. Here, we dive into the wisdom and practical strategies April shared about writing, resilience, and reaching all readers. Timestamp: 00:00 Finding Inspiratio...

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