The FormulaConventions of the pulp fiction genreIf your aim is to write a genuine pulp fiction story, you should ensure that it also includes the following elements:An unusual murder methodSomething that the villain is looking forA unique/unusual locationA menace hanging over the hero (or an internal conflict)A genuine sense of menace, suspense, plot twists, and physical conflict are all hallmarks of the pulp genre – so prepare to wield each of these.