Tag Archives: Psychological Thriller

The Art of Pacing in Psychological Thrillers: How to Keep Readers Hooked Without Burning Them Out

Learn how to master pacing in slow-burn psychological thrillers. Discover why ebb and flow in tension is key to gripping storytelling—and see it in action with the upcoming Samantha Leary series, Murder House (2026).

The First Crack: A Samantha Leary short story

“Samantha Leary faces a chilling threat in the rain while uncovering a hidden clue in a wife’s mysterious disappearance.”

Silent Night of Horrors: A Samantha Leary short story

The morning after Christmas, a body is found. Samantha Leary analyzes the scene, piecing together clues while shadows watch. Who killed her? A chilling teaser from the Samantha Leary series.

The next Samantha Leary novel is available for preorder!

Step into the dark, gripping world of Samantha Leary Psychological Thrillers. Discover the suspense, secrets, and manipulation in The House on Teller Hill — the second book in this bold new series by J.E. Nickerson