Non-Fiction

My take on writing fiction and AI

The world does not need more novels or more novelists.

Mar 29 • Todd Brasel

"They Also Breathe Fire" Progress Update

Things are moving slowly, but they're moving.

Mar 22 • Todd Brasel

How "The Rookie" Works as a Thriller

Some thoughts on a very basic streaming series.

Mar 15 • Todd Brasel

Lessons Learned and Plans for 2026

What to expect this year from My Favorite Suspects.

Jan 4 • Todd Brasel

Why did you stop writing?

Six red flags that might reveal why you’re not making progress

Sep 28, 2025 • Todd Brasel

Noir squirrels and creating content

An essay about photography from a writer's perspective

Apr 20, 2025 • Todd Brasel

Review: "Malice"

Initial Thoughts on the Japanese Murder Mystery

Apr 13, 2025 • Todd Brasel

Review: Spook Street and Thoughts on the Slough House Series

Sharing my enthusiasm for a series I've been enjoying, and I think you will enjoy, too

Mar 9, 2025 • Todd Brasel

The platform won't save you

If you’re struggling as a fiction writer, this is for you

Mar 23, 2024 • Todd Brasel

Vouloir des histoires noires

You may already be a fan of mystery fiction’s eerie cousin.

Aug 27, 2023 • Todd Brasel

Artificial Intelligence, Writing, and You

What can human writers do in the age of AI?

Jun 30, 2023 • Todd Brasel

Behind the Scenes: Images Used in "My Favorite Suspects"

Where do I find the images for this Substack?

Jun 4, 2023 • Todd Brasel

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