Twisted: How to Write Villains That Stick

Ready to ditch the cliché villain? In this two-hour immersive, interactive masterclass, acclaimed true crime author and criminal profiler, Kerrie Droban, pulls back the mask on psychopathy to teach screenwriters how to craft unforgettable antagonists. This session is ideal for writers of crime dramas, thrillers, psychological suspense, and character-driven narratives who want to elevate their villains beyond trope into terrifying truth. Using true crime cases, psycho cinema examples and psychological profiles, Kerrie Droban shows you how to build villains with seductive masks, complex motives, and emotional shadows that mirror your hero. Includes live diagnostics, scene breakdowns, and guided writing prompts.