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Episodes: 138

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A podcast for readers and writers of thriller, mystery, suspense, and crime fiction. 

Episode Date
Turn Your Manuscript into a Page-Turner Using The Central Question Framework with Julie Tyler Ruiz
Jul 23, 2025
Author Liz Alterman Reveals Her Weekly Writing Ritual That Transforms First Drafts Into Gold And How to Know When Your Story Idea Is Worth Writing
Jul 16, 2025
Literary Agent and Author Jenna Satterthwaite on Making it in the Publishing Industry
Jul 03, 2025
First Page Formula: Author and Writing Coach April Davila on What Agents & Readers Want to See in Your Thriller Manuscript Opening
Jun 25, 2025
Creative Silos: A Unique Strategy for Your Writer Brain with Cindy Cisneros
Jun 11, 2025
Literary Agent Amy Nielsen on How to Fix Your Opening Pages (Part 2)
Jun 04, 2025
3-Part Formula for Writing Compelling Red Herrings That Mislead Without Cheating Readers with Author Eloise Corvo
May 07, 2025
Writing Your Series & Developing Dynamic Characters with Author Stephen Spotswood
Apr 30, 2025
How to Navigate Thriller Sub-Genres and Create Memorable Stories with Douglas Corleone
Apr 09, 2025
Literary Agent Amy Nielsen on How to Write a Query Letter that Gets Attention
Feb 27, 2025
Community 101: What you need to know
Feb 20, 2025
90% of Writers Make THESE Writing Mistakes Interview with Ex-Literary Agent Karyn Fischer
Feb 13, 2025
Literary Agent Jessica Berg Shares How to Catch an Agent's Eye
Feb 06, 2025
Time Pockets: Could This Tip Revolutionize Your Writing Process?
Jan 29, 2025
How to Write an Opening Chapter that Keeps Readers Reading with Author David McCloskey
Jan 22, 2025
Thriller Writing Secrets: Building a Writing Process with Leslie Conner
Jan 15, 2025
How to Hook Readers with Alex Kenna’s Expert Thriller-Writing Advice
Jan 08, 2025
Pacing and Process: Writing Thrillers and Mysteries with Elle Grawl
Jan 02, 2025
The Secret to Writing Twists Readers Will Never Forget with Bestselling Author J.T. Ellison
Dec 18, 2024
How to Develop Characters and Themes with Author Aaron Philip Clark
Dec 11, 2024
From Journalist to True Crime Memoir: Carla Conti’s Writing and Publishing Tips
Nov 26, 2024
Meet a Storyteller's Society Cohort #1 Member: Timothy Hedden
Nov 14, 2024
Meet a Storyteller's Society Cohort #1 Member: Stacy Frazer
Nov 13, 2024
Meet a Storyteller's Society Cohort #1 Member: Anne Brooks
Nov 12, 2024
Benefits of Being in a Community & Storyteller's Society Exclusive Sneak Peek
Nov 11, 2024
Introduction to the Brand New Storyteller's Society
Nov 08, 2024
Halloween Special: Understanding How Your Theme can Improve Your Story with Jeremy Dauber
Oct 31, 2024
Literary Agent Jenna Satterthwaite on Character Voice and Submissions She Can't Put Down
Oct 24, 2024
How to Develop Intense Twists and Memorable Characters with Jason Rekulak
Oct 09, 2024
Tying Past and Present Together: How to Write Satisfying Resolutions in Suspense Fiction with Marybeth Mayhew
Oct 04, 2024
The Secret to Gripping Stories: How (and Why) to Weaving Personal and Professional Tension with Michelle Chouinard
Sep 24, 2024
5 Techniques to Craft Unforgettable Antagonists in Your Thriller
Sep 11, 2024
You Want In? Now's Your Chance!
Sep 05, 2024
The Art of Dual POV & Crafting Psychological Thrillers with Liz Alterman
Aug 15, 2024
Thriller Writing Advice from Kathy Reichs Who's Books Inspired 12 Seasons of an Award Winning Television Show
Aug 07, 2024
3 Keys to Nailing the Opening of Your Novel
Aug 01, 2024
Publishing Industry: Hot Take or Conspiracy Theory?
Jul 25, 2024
Bring Your Characters to Life Through Voice with Author Lisa Kusel
Jul 17, 2024
100th Episode with Major News and Updates
Jul 12, 2024
Edit Your Novel with Author Jessica Payne
Jul 10, 2024
Literary Agent Jennifer Chevais Shares What Grabs Attention in a Query Submission
Jun 19, 2024
How to Use Character Motivation to Develop Your Stories with Dr. Leslie Dobson
Jun 12, 2024
Keeping Readers Hooked: Mastering a Two-Tier Tension Method with Alex Kenna
Jun 05, 2024
What to Include in Your Opening Chapter (and Should You Prologue?) with Roxie Key
May 29, 2024
Self vs. Indie Publishing and Writing Great Hooks with Author Daniel Hurst
May 22, 2024
Literary Agent Michelle Z. Jackson Helps Writers Navigate the Querying Process
May 16, 2024
Dual Timelines and Strong Characters with Heather Levy
May 08, 2024
How to Write Unique Characters and Plan Sequels with Catherine Mack
Apr 30, 2024
From Manuscript to Market: The Indie Author's Journey Revealed
Apr 24, 2024
Pros and Cons of Different Publishing Options with Ellie Monago
Apr 10, 2024
How to Build Your Author Platform with Interviews and Podcasts with Michelle Glogovac
Apr 03, 2024
How to Find Your Literary Agent with Carey Blankenship-Kramer
Mar 27, 2024
How to Write Thriller Characters that Keep Readers Reading with Author Mel Mattison
Mar 20, 2024
Uncover Characters Who Write Themselves with Author Ash Clifton
Mar 12, 2024
Writing Thriller Characters with Author Lisa Unger
Mar 05, 2024
How to Impress a Literary Agent with Sandy Lu
Feb 29, 2024
Top Setting Writing Advice from Author Vera Kurian
Feb 20, 2024
Writing Unique Openings to Grab Literary Agent Attention: Jason Powell Author
Feb 13, 2024
How to Use Subgenres to Make Your Story Stand Out with Author Elle Grawl
Jan 23, 2024
BONUS: A Literary Agent's 3 Rules for Writing Thriller Hooks that Get Requests
Jan 18, 2024
2 Strategies to Build Your Author Platform with T.C. Westminster of The Host
Jan 16, 2024
Is This the Year of the Cozy Mystery? An Interview with Natasha C. Sass
Jan 09, 2024
How to Build Tension in Your Thriller Novel with Author Erin Flanagan
Jan 02, 2024
Writing Dialogue and Developing Characters with Author Mandy McHugh
Dec 20, 2023
How to Hook Readers and Agents with Literary Agent & Author Amy Nielsen
Dec 12, 2023
BONUS: My take on Paula Hawkins' Story Structure Article - 5 Minute Writer
Nov 30, 2023
Writing Multiple POV and Tricky Timelines with Catherine McKenzie
Nov 28, 2023
Literary Agent Shares Insights on Your First Pages with Emmy Nordstrom Higdon
Nov 21, 2023
BONUS: Audit Your Writing Process - 5 Minute Writer
Nov 16, 2023
5 Keys to Unlocking More Full Requests from Literary Agents
Nov 14, 2023
Unlocking a Literary Agent's Wishlist: What Kathleen Foxx is Eager to Find in Your Manuscript
Oct 03, 2023
Crafting the Perfect Hook: Debut Author Brooke Robinson Reveals Her Opening Chapter Secrets
Sep 29, 2023
How to Write Memorable Villains with JM Donellan
Sep 19, 2023
Agent Carleen Geisler Reads a Submission & Shares How Agents Evaluate Opening Pages
Sep 12, 2023
Does James Byrne's Writing Routine Really Work? (5 Minute Writer)
Sep 07, 2023
How to Write Unique Protagonists with Author James Byrne
Sep 05, 2023
3 Authors Share How to Develop Compelling Characters in Your Novel
Aug 17, 2023
Is This My Favorite Piece of Writing Advice EVER?
Aug 11, 2023
2 Literary Agents & an Author Weigh in on How to Write Your Opening Pages
Aug 10, 2023
Exciting New Opportunity for Writers
Aug 09, 2023
Writing Your Opening Scene with Thomas Mullen
Apr 04, 2023
How to Impress a Literary Agent with Lori Galvin of Aevitas Creative Management
Mar 14, 2023
Writing Action Scenes with Author Aaron Philip Clark
Mar 06, 2023
How to Write Tension into Your Story with Ausma Zehanat Khan
Feb 27, 2023
Perfecting Your Dialogue with Debut Author Johnny Compton
Feb 20, 2023
Writing Character Backstory with Author Liz Alterman
Feb 06, 2023
Thinking about Theme: What does it mean to be socially conscious?
Jan 30, 2023
What to Expect from Working with an Agent on Your Debut Novel with Author Elle Grawl
Jan 24, 2023
Prepare for the Query Process with Literary Agent Helen Lane
Jan 17, 2023
BONUS: 3 Ways to Avoid Writer Burnout in 2023
Jan 12, 2023
How to Enjoy Your Writing Journey and Write Through Rejections with Bestselling Author Catherine McKenzie
Jan 09, 2023
Season 3 Preview & 2023 Resolutions
Jan 03, 2023
What To Do Now If You Want to Have a Successful Launch of Your Debut Novel
Dec 12, 2022
Building a Following for Your Writing with Bryan Young
Dec 05, 2022
BONUS: Using True Crime to Write Better Fiction: 5-Minute Writer Series
Dec 01, 2022
BONUS: Learning How to Write Compelling Characters by Studying Best-Selling Author Lisa Jewell
Nov 10, 2022
How to Turn True Stories into Fiction with Forensic Psychologist and Author Katherine Ramsland
Nov 09, 2022
Writing Diversity into Your Story: Emmy Nordstrom Higdon
Oct 31, 2022
Rules for Writing Characters: Author Interview with Josh Stallings
Oct 20, 2022
5 Minute Writer: Suspense
Oct 06, 2022
How to Perfect the Opening of Your Novel: Author Interview with Rob Hart
Sep 28, 2022
Developing Unique Character Voices & Finding the Right Agent with Bianca Marais
Sep 20, 2022
5 Minute Writer: Setting
Sep 15, 2022
Finding Your Perfect Literary Agent with Kimberly Brower of Brower Literary & Management
Sep 13, 2022
Storytelling Lessons from Stranger Things: 5 Minute Writer
Aug 04, 2022
For Busy Writers: Writing with Persistence and Intension with Megan Clancy Book Coach
Aug 02, 2022
How to Edit Your Own Writing with Author & Editor Chantelle Aimée Osman
Jul 25, 2022
Do You Need an Editor? Top 6 Things to Think About BEFORE Hiring an Editor or Book Coach & the Difference between Book Coaches and Editors
Jul 18, 2022
Here's What You Need to Know About Working with a Publisher: Annie Lisenby (Season 2 Ep. 6)
Jun 28, 2022
How to Find the Right Agent & Develop a Writing Process with Author Jessica Payne (Season 2 Ep. 5)
Jun 21, 2022
Battling Out of the Slush Pile with Writer and Literary Agent Paula Munier of Talcott Notch (Season 2 Ep. 4)
Jun 13, 2022
What is Gentle Productivity and Why Do Writers Need It? Freelance Writer, Author, Writing Coach Paulette Perhach Explains (Season 2 Episode 3)
May 23, 2022
How to Edit Your First Draft with Professional Editor Ericka Baldwin (Season 2 Ep. 2)
May 17, 2022
Building a Platform FOR Your Writing WITH Your Writing: Ep. 15 with Zulie Rane
May 10, 2022
Season Two Trailer
May 09, 2022
Ep. 14 Importance of Building a Writing Community with Tobie Carter and Kelly Malacko
Apr 12, 2022
Ep 13. Rethinking Rejection & How to Form a Team for Your Work with Chantelle Aimée Osman
Apr 06, 2022
Ep. 12 Debut Thriller Author - Allison Buccola - Shares Her Secret to Publication Amidst a Busy Schedule
Mar 28, 2022
What YOU Can Learn from the Books I Read This Month
Mar 21, 2022
Why You Should Write on Medium with One of Medium's Top Writers - Ep. 11: Sinem Günel
Mar 14, 2022
Ep. 10 Christopher Golden Interview Series: All things writing and publishing!
Feb 21, 2022
Ep. 9 Chantelle Aimée Osman Interview Series: An Editor's Advice for Writers
Feb 07, 2022
Make Your Writing Irresistible to Readers
Feb 03, 2022
Ep. 8 Emma Dhesi Interview Series
Jan 17, 2022
What Can Basketball Teach Us About Writing?
Jan 12, 2022
Ep. 7 Interview Series Bianca Marais
Jan 12, 2022
Ep. 6 Interview Series Nicki Krawczyk
Dec 26, 2021
Ep. 5 Interview Series SA Sidor
Dec 26, 2021
Finding time to write with David Metzger - Nurse Papa Part 2
Nov 14, 2021
How to write and publish nonfiction with David Metzger - Nurse Papa Part 1
Nov 07, 2021
On Becoming a Writer: Grady Hendrix Part 2
Oct 31, 2021
Trying to Turn Books into Movies and Other Horrors: Grady Hendrix Part 1
Oct 24, 2021
How do Agents Decide What to Represent? And more! Amy Elizabeth Bishop Part 2
Oct 21, 2021
How to Know When Your Story Needs More Work: Bennett Pellington Part 1
Oct 18, 2021
Using Your Perceived Weaknesses as Strengths & Remember It's All About Story: Bennett Pellington Part 2
Oct 18, 2021
Want to Write Great Scenes? Discussing Master Texts and Film Making Tips: Bennett Pellington Part 3
Oct 18, 2021
The State of Publishing: A Conversation with DG&B Literary Agent Amy Elizabeth Bishop Part 1
Oct 18, 2021
Writerly Lifestyle: Introduction to the Podcast: Episode 000
Sep 17, 2021