Writing Noir Fiction & True Crime with Hope Thompson | Women Writing Podcast

In this episode of the Women Writing podcast, host Liisa Kovala chats with Toronto-based author, playwright, screenwriter, and licensed private investigator Hope Thompson. Tune in as Hope discusses her creative journey from studying visual arts to writing plays, producing true crime podcasts like Crime Hub and Whereabouts Unknown, and publishing her noir short story collection, Dark Thoughts and Other Stories. Discover valuable insights on managing a writing routine, handling tight publishing deadlines, co-writing books, and the importance of creating your own community and opportunities in the arts. Connect with Hope Thompson: Website: hopetompson.net Follow Women Writing: Substack Newsletter & YouTube Channel https://liisakovalawomenwriting.subst... 00:00 Introduction to Hope Thompson and her creative background 02:45 Transitioning from visual arts and screenwriting to playwriting and fiction 05:30 Researching and writing for true crime podcasts 10:15 Managing a daily writing routine and tracking word counts 16:45 Co-writing books, handling cold cases, and navigating publishing deadlines 20:30 Hosting local literary events like Noir at the Bar and reading work out loud 26:00 Upcoming projects and where to find Hope Thompson online