Write authentic thrillers — and build a career that lasts

If you’re writing thrillers or mysteries and want more than just a single book on the shelf, this 1:1 session is designed for you.

Carmen brings a rare combination of real-world intelligence experience and proven independent publishing success. After 30 years at the CIA, she built a second career as a novelist without relying on industry gatekeepers — creating her own publishing ecosystem and reaching readers directly.

In this session, Carmen helps you strengthen both your story and your career strategy so your work feels credible, compelling, and sustainable over the long term.

This isn’t guesswork.
It’s high-stakes storytelling and career-building grounded in reality.

What You’ll Get

• Story-level feedback on authenticity, stakes, and credibility
• Guidance on writing thrillers grounded in real-world power, crime, and systems
• Series strategy insights for building long-running, reader-retaining work
• Independent publishing perspective focused on ownership and longevity
• Career-first thinking beyond a single book or launch
• Actionable next steps you can apply immediately

Who This Is For

• Thriller and mystery writers at any stage
• Authors building or planning a long-running series
• Writers transitioning from traditional to independent publishing
• Professionals turning real-world expertise into fiction
• Authors who want credibility, awards, and sustainable careers