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Caught in the spotlight of suspicion, Detective Caitlin O’Connor unravels the enigma of a prima ballerina’s death in ‘Missed Cue’ by Lynn Slaughter. As the investigation twists through the tangled web of backstage drama, Caitlin confronts her own demons in a gripping tale of mystery and self-discovery.
PHOTO: Dance of Words: Lynn Slaughter, author of compelling mysteries, draws inspiration from her diverse experiences and passionate storytelling.
PHOTO BY SHANNON L. WELLS
Unveiling the Creative Tapestry
LYNN SLAUGHTER
Exploring the Artistic Journey, Societal Influences, and Family Dynamics Shaping Lynn’s Captivating Narratives
Meet Lynn Slaughter: a connoisseur of arts, chocolate, and her husband’s culinary delights. From a distinguished career in dance to wielding the pen as a prolific author, Lynn’s journey reflects a mosaic of expe- riences that breathe life into her captivating narratives.
Lynn Slaughter shares insights on how her dance background and sociology inform her mystery novels, crafting strong characters, and fostering diversity in literature.
tapestry, offering insights into her creative process, the resonance of her personal experiences, and the enduring power of literature to inspire and empower.
Your background in sociology and as a professional dancer and dance educator seems to have influenced the themes and characters in your novels. How do your experiences in these fields shape the stories you write, particularly in books like LEISHA’S SONG, WHILE I DANCED, AND MISSED CUE?
I not only majored in sociology but had the opportunity to live and work in an African American community during the summer when I was in college. This was a
Her transition from the graceful world of dance to the realm of
pen and paper was marked by an MFA in Writing Popular Fiction,
a pivotal step that unleashed her storytelling prowess. Lynn’s reper- toire spans from captivating young adult mysteries to an intricate adult mystery series, beginning with MISSED CUE.
House Magazine, Lynn delves
into the profound influences that shape her craft. Her sociological insights, honed through immersion in diverse communities, infuse her narratives with a keen awareness of societal complexities. Themes of identity, family dynamics, and the pursuit of passion resonate de- eply, reflecting her own journey of self-discovery and empowerment.
Lynn’s characters, particularly her strong female protagonists, navigate through the labyrinth of challenges, drawing strength from their vulnerabilities and trium- phing against adversities. Their
journeys, intricately crafted against the backdrop of suspenseful plots and compelling mysteries, mirror the resilience and tenacity that define Lynn’s own narrative arc.
As a grandmother to five cheris- hed souls, Lynn finds inspiration
in the innocence and wonder
of youth. Her commitment to diversity in literature, fueled by the enriching bond with her African American grandson, underscores her belief in the transformative power of representation.
Join us as Lynn Slaughter unra- vels the threads of her storytelling
In conversation with Reader’s
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