Prompt to Page with Tracee de Hahn

Each month, we interview a published writer who shares their favorite writing prompt. Whether you’re just getting started or have written for years, you’ll find ideas and advice to inspire you and help you become a better writer.

Prompt to Page is brought to you in partnership with the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning.

Listen to Episode 29

On this episode of the Prompt to Page podcast, we talk to Tracee de Hahn, author of the Agnes Luthi mystery series and coordinator of the Carnegie Center’s Author Academy.

Tracee prefers “to think of a prompt as a possibility, but not necessarily a necessity.” She’s partial to the origin story as a writing prompt because it helps her understand the characters and places she’s writing about. Listen below to find out how to enrich your own writing with this prompt!

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About Tracee de Hahn

Tracee de Hahn is the author of mysteries published by Minotaur books as well as non-fiction books for young adults which delve into historical events.

She is national vice president of Sisters in Crime, an organization founded over 35 years ago to promote the ongoing advancement, recognition, and professional development of women crime writers. In addition, she speaks about Layered Career Paths to groups across the country.

She is currently Coordinator of the Carnegie Center Author Academy, where she has served for several years as a mentor.