The Thriller Zone
186 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsPodcast host and thriller author David Temple gives you a front-row seat to the best thriller writers in the world. If you like thriller fiction in Books, Movies, and TV Shows, you’ll love The Thriller Zone Podcast.
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Jack Carr, New York Times bestselling author of Only The Dead
May 10, 2023 12:47 - 39 minutes - 45.3 MBThis month is turning out to be epic to this podcast; I mean, it's one great hit after another, to borrow an old radio phrase. Today, I welcome New York Times bestselling author Jack Carr to discuss his latest thriller, Only The Dead. Jack is well-known in the #militarythriller community for his "been there/done that" true-to-life details, action-packed page-turning thrillers, and atop all the military awards, the hunting expertise, the love of sharp objects, and the mastery of the...
New York Times bestselling author Don Winslow of City of Dreams
May 03, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBWelcome to one of the best podcast episodes of 2023. Why? Because my guest is the multi-award-winning New York Times bestselling author Don Winslow. With nearly two dozen novels under his belt, many of which have experienced international best-seller status, Don has spent a better part of 30 years honing his immense writing craft. With the debut of his "City Trilogy," which includes last year's smash hit, "City on Fire," followed up this year with "City of Dreams," the only thing l...
David Darling, author of Edge Of Time
April 21, 2023 09:00 - 50 minutes - 57.4 MBDavid Darling is an up-and-coming author, with several books under his belt, including the latest reality-bending thriller, Edge Of Time. He has been self-publishing for some time, now has an agent, and is "this close" to getting his career going. On today's 129th BONUS Episode of The Thriller Zone, David and I talk about his latest book, of course, but we also talk about life in Canada, his time of service in the Army, what it takes to be a writer today, his routine (read: substan...
T. R. Hendricks, debut author of The Instructor
April 12, 2023 09:00 - 53 minutes - 61.7 MBT. R. Hendricks is the debut author of the military thriller, The Instructor. From the opening line to the last page, you know you're in the hands of an up-and-coming thriller master. Join me on today's 128th episode of The Thriller Zone, your front-row seat to the very best thriller writers in the world, for fiction, television and film. Tim and I talk about the book, of course, but we also dig into this background as former United States Army captain who served as tank platoon l...
Steven James, author of Broker Of Lies
April 05, 2023 09:00 - 51 minutes - 59.4 MBSteven James is the bestselling author of 18 novels, many of which have won more than a dozen awards, and include books from The Bowers Files Series, The Gevin Banks Experience, The Blue Trilogy (YA), and his newest, The Travis Brock Series. On today's 127th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm happy to welcome someone for whom I have great respect, as Steven is able to write in multiple genres, both fiction and non-fiction, as well as educational books about the craft of writing. BR...
Robert Dugoni author of Her Deadly Game
March 29, 2023 09:00 - 47 minutes - 54.7 MBOn today's 126th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm excited to welcome New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post and #1 Amazon Bestselling Author of over two dozen riveting thrillers! Bob's been a talent I've dreamt of having on the show for a very long time; at least since I launched this podcast nearly two years ago. Finally, we have time to sit down and discuss his prolific body of work. It includes: The Tracy Crosswhite police series, the Charles Jenkins espionage ser...
Deborah Crombie, New York Times Bestselling Author of A Killing Of Innocents
March 15, 2023 09:00 - 37 minutes - 51.1 MBOn today's 125th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm pleased to welcome New York Times Bestselling author of "A Killing Of Innocents," Deborah Crombie. This is Deborah's latest in the Duncan Kincaid & Gemma James mystery series. Today, we chat about her latest mystery-thriller, about living in rural Texas, about her fondness (she'd say "obsession") with all things UK, and we dive into some "off the beaten path" items (certainly my style), which include her passion for English gardens...
William Landay, author of All That Is Mine I Carry With Me
March 01, 2023 10:00 - 55 minutes - 63.2 MBOn today's 124th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm thrilled to welcome William "Bill" Landay, author of All That Is Mine I Carry With Me. I was first introduced to Bill as the creator of "Defending Jacob," the episodic series on Apple+ starring Chris Evans, Michelle Dockery, and Jaeden Martell. Mark Bomback created the limited drama series that is a gripping, character-driven thriller based on the 2012 New York Times best-selling novel of the same name by Landay. My wife and I love...
Rick Bleiweiss, author of Murder In Haxford
February 24, 2023 10:00 - 56 minutes - 65 MBOn today's 123rd Episode, we meet Mystery writer Rick Bleiweiss to talk about his much expected "Murder in Haxford," another Pignon Scorbion Mystery. Today is a Bonus Episode, which means there will be bonus material on the show. Sure, we talk about the book, which is a delightful read, and is reminiscent of Agatha Christie and Hercule Poirot. But we also go off on several tangents that include epigenetics (the study of how your behaviors and environment can cause changes that af...
Andrews-Wilson, writing duo behind the new thriller, DEMPSEY
February 22, 2023 10:00 - 54 minutes - 62.8 MBOn today's epic episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm happy and honored to welcome back Andrews-Wilson, the dynamic duo of military thrillers. Their latest novel in the Tier One Series, DEMPSEY, is already getting huge buzz. I first met Brian Andrews and Jeff Wilson nearly two years ago. Soon after, they agreed to appear on my startup podcast, The Thriller Zone, and today marks their third appearance. Brian and Jeff have talent to spare, as they craft not one or two, but four differen...
New York Times Bestselling author Mark Greaney
February 15, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 80.7 MBOn today's 121st episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome New York Times Bestselling author of BURNER, his latest thriller in the Gray Man Series. Yes, his Gray Man became a film starring Ryan Gosling. Yes, he's written 23 page-turning, non-stop action thrillers that have amazed and enthralled readers around the world. And yes, Mark "Gray Man" Greaney is on #TheTZ. Today, we discuss many topics: #family #guns #thrillers #violence #safetyfirst #writing #writingcommunity #thrillers,...
Lexie Elliott, author of Bright and Deadly Things
February 13, 2023 15:39 - 44 minutes - 51.5 MBOn today's 120th Episode of The Thriller Zone, a bonus episode we might add, I'm happy to welcome the lovely and talented Lexie Elliott, author of Bright and Deadly Things. Lexie is the author of three other smash hits: How To Kill Your Best Friend, The Missing Years, and her debut, The French Girl. This week she lights up the charts with her latest psychological thriller that The Guardian calls "Uncannily creepy," and Pop Sugar calls "Utterly unnerving and completely engrossing."...
Joey Hartstone, author of The Local and EP of Showtime’s "Your Honor"
February 08, 2023 10:00 - 59 minutes - 67.7 MBOn today's 119th episode of The Thriller Zone I am double-stoked to present a power-packed podcast. Why? I have not one but TWO super-stars on the show. The first superstar is my lovely and talented wife and today's co-host, Tammy. As I'm sure by now, especially if you've caught any of the shows where Tammy worked by my side, she's a delight to watch and listen to. The second superstar and our VSG, or Very Special Guest, is Joey Hartstone. You may recall meeting Joey last June whe...
Eric Beetner, author of "There and Back"
February 01, 2023 14:18 - 50 minutes - 58.2 MBOn today's 118th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm happy to sit down with the multi-talented & prolific crime-thriller novelist, Mr. Eric Beetner. Eric has a style that has some of the biggest names around shouting his praise. Meg Gardiner, author of Into The Black Nowhere says, "Last chances, double-crosses, and a cop who has to shoot his way out of a fortified skyscraper-what's not to love? ALL THE WAY DOWN rips!" Publisher's Weekly says of Beetner's work, "[His] searing novel...
Remembering Ted Bell, New York Times Bestselling Author
January 26, 2023 20:05 - 2 hours - 157 MBOn today's Special 2-Hour Bonus Episode of The Thriller Zone, we honor the life of one of the world's finest talents. New York Times Bestselling author Ted Bell passed away this past week, leaving behind a loving family, and a legion of avid fans. As the creator of the Alex Hawke Series, among other titles, I will fondly remember Ted as a Southern gentleman with a stylish flair, a wonderful sense of humor, and a genuine zest for life. Today's show features two past episodes of Th...
Grady Hendrix, New York Times Bestselling Author
January 25, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 40.3 MBOn today's 116th episode of The Thriller Zone, you're in for a something completely different. Our guest is New York Times Bestselling Author Grady Hendrix and he's written a book called How To Sell A Haunted House. Yes, it's a thriller. Yes, it's horror story. And yes, it's bloody funny. Rarely do you find a book this multi-dimensional, or a guest who's got this vivid of an imagination. But today, you do. Sit back, relax (if you can), and enjoy my briefer-than-most conversations...
Brad Taylor, New York Times Bestselling Author with The Devil’s Ransom
January 18, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 87.9 MBOn today's 115th Episode of an all new season of The Thriller Zone, I'm stoked and honored to welcome New York Times Bestselling author, Brad Taylor. I've been trying to get Brad on The TZ for a long time now, and finally our stars and paths and chicken bones all crossed and connected. And just in the nick of time, as his latest military-flavored thriller, The Devil's Ransom, drops on Tuesday, January 24th. What perfect timing, right? Brad helps me (a) Kick off a New Year, (b) he ...
2023 Kicks off with Micro-Podcast!
January 03, 2023 07:15 - 4 minutes - 4.97 MBOn this 114th "micro-episode" of The Thriller Zone, yours truly gives you a super brief update of where #TheTZ stands as it pertains to the New Year. In short, (1) our guest authors will join us to record on Mondays, (2) then those new shows will now drop on Wednesdays, (3) authors of all ranks, that's self-pub'd, newbies, or New York Times Bestsellers, can now advertise on our podcast! With super reasonable rates, just a very few rules, and lots of exposure, this seems to be a te...
The Dave & Tammy Top 10 Year End Extravaganza
December 29, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 82.2 MBOn today's 113th Episode of The Thriller Zone, we celebrate 2022 with THE DAVE & TAMMY TOP 10 YEAR END EXTRAVAGANZA! Today’s show is extra fun because I get to spend it with my beautiful and talented wife, Tammy. By the way, it just so happens we’ll be celebrating our 5th wedding anniversary tomorrow; so, there's an extra reason to celebrate. Our show will highlight some of the very best entertainment we’ve enjoyed this past year. That includes our “Top 10 Favorite Books, TV Serie...
Bradley Somer, author of Extinction
December 22, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBOn today's 112th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm thrilled to introduce you to Bradley Somer, the talented author of Extinction. You're going to be surprised at how interesting this chat ends up being. Brad is smart, engaging, and perhaps one of the most prepared authors I've had the pleasure of interviewing. Extinction is getting rave reviews from authors from around the world. Tim Lebbon, New York Times bestselling author of Eden, calls it, "A beautiful tale of hope in the face...
C. Matthew Smith author of Twenty Mile
December 15, 2022 09:00 - 39 minutes - 44.7 MBOn today's 111th episode of The Thriller Zone we welcome C. Matthew Smith. His debut thriller is called TWENTY MILE and takes place in the backwoods of the Great Smoky Mountains. Matt's sense of place, cast of characters, and visceral feel of the country where murder and mystery take place is evidence this writer has a lot more gas in his tank. Join us as we talk about life in the South, what it takes to be a writer these days, we'll discover how we both have more than a several "...
WC Ryan, author of The Winter Guest
December 08, 2022 09:00 - 38 minutes - 44.5 MBOn today's 110th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm pleased to welcome W. C. Ryan, to the podcast. William has written a historically rich mystery/thriller that not only engrosses the reader, but impressed the critics. In fact, William has recently seen The Winter Guest place in the Top 100 Books of 2022, as voted by The Globe and Mail. Here are several impressive blurbs I’d like to share: Jane Casey, Sunday Times bestselling & award-winning author, calls it, "A perfectly crafted...
Tom Colgan, VP and Editorial Director for Berkley (PenguinUSA)
December 01, 2022 07:15 - 51 minutes - 59.1 MBOn today's 109th episode of The Thriller Zone, my special guest is Tom Colgan, VP and Editorial Director at Penguin USA (Berkley). In the interest of learning more about the BUSINESS of writing, I wanted to talk with one of the biggest dudes in the game. And having met and hosted MANY of the rock-star authors he works with (there's a list inside the show), I thought it would be super cool to hang out with him, and learn what he knows. I think you're going to be very impressed with...
Philip Fracassi, author of A Child Alone With Strangers
November 24, 2022 07:15 - 1 hour - 99.7 MBOn today's 108th episode of the world famous Thriller Zone, we welcome horror thriller writer Philip Fracassi, with his new epic-sized thriller called A Child Alone With Strangers. I say epic because it clocks in just shy of 600 white-knuckler pages. And if you're not familiar with PF, like I wasn't, then you're in for a real treat. Think: Stephen King, but slightly different. Okay, there are other comparisons, but that's the one that gets to the point quickly. Our conversation...
Lisa Ballantyne, author of The Innocent One
November 17, 2022 07:15 - 37 minutes - 43 MBOn today's 107th* episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm happy to introduce you to Lisa Ballantyne, author of many psychological thrillers. Today's conversation will be around her latest thriller, The Innocent One, a twisted tale of childhood misery and a murder. Join me as Lisa and I chat about life in Scotland, our writing processes, and what it's like to dive into the dark side of humanity. I'm sure there's something you'll learn, while enjoying a charming conversation between two...
Matt Coyle, author of Doomed Legacy
November 16, 2022 07:15 - 23 minutes - 27.4 MBOn today's Surprise Spontaneous On-Location 106th Episode of The Thriller Zone, my guest is Matt Coyle. Matt's latest Rick Cahill Thriller, Doomed Legacy, is available now. I spoke with Matt on location at Warwick's Bookstore in La Jolla, CA, just moments before we went on stage to present to the audience his latest masterpiece. As I said, the moment was spontaneous, the episode is shorter than most, but it was an experiment of sorts to see how interviewing and producing on the fl...
Robert Crais, author of Racing The Light
November 10, 2022 07:15 - 28 minutes - 32.7 MBOn today's 105th Episode of The Thriller Zone we welcome the legendary author and screenwriter, Robert Crais. His latest Elvis Cole & Joe Pike thriller is "Racing The Light," and it promises to jump off the shelves, as it packs all the regular punches that fans of Crais have come to admire. This is my first sit-down with Bob, but it was even more enjoyable than I could have imagined, as he offers so many Hollywood insights you can't find most anyplace else. If you like fast movin...
Joe Kenda, TV Host and Author of Killer Triggers
November 03, 2022 07:15 - 1 hour - 121 MBOn today's 104th Episode of The Thriller Zone, we kick off the month of November with TV Host of Homicide Hunters, and author of Killer Triggers, the world-renowned Joe Kenda. With 387 murder cases spanning 23 years under his belt, with a success close rate of 92%, it's easy to see why Joe Kenda is more than just an average cop. As a decorated Lieutenant., Joe has seen it all, as you'll hear in this up close and personal podcast. *Please Note: There are a few "offensive words" u...
Samantha "Sam" Bailey, author of Watch Out For Her
October 31, 2022 07:15 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBOn today's 103rd Episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm pleased (and laughing already) to have the super talent Samantha "You Can Call Her Sam" Bailey to talk about her thriller Watch Out For Her. Sam and I have a "hoot'n a half" as we dive into the writing process, crafting "commercial fiction," what it takes and HOW LONG it takes to make a hit, and much more. Several "special mentions" include: Amina Akhtar (if you're watching, you'll enjoy the easter eggs in the video), her sidekick Mr. Bean...
Samantha ”Sam” Bailey, author of Watch Out For Her
October 31, 2022 07:15 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBOn today's 103rd Episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm pleased (and laughing already) to have the super talent Samantha "You Can Call Her Sam" Bailey to talk about her thriller Watch Out For Her. Sam and I have a "hoot'n a half" as we dive into the writing process, crafting "commercial fiction," what it takes and HOW LONG it takes to make a hit, and much more. Several "special mentions" include: Amina Akhtar (if you're watching, you'll enjoy the easter eggs in the video), her sidekick...
Wanda M. Morris, author of Any Where You Run
October 27, 2022 07:15 - 48 minutes - 56.1 MBOn today's 102nd Episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm honored to have the lovely and brilliant author Wanda M. Morris behind our microphones for the second time. Wanda is one of those people the minute you meet her, you feel as though you've known her all your life. She's kind, gracious, approachable, and a mad talented writer. Not only that, and besides the fact you'll really learn something listening to this podcast, she makes you feel GOOD. She does that for me, anyway. On today'...
Haris Orkin, author of You Only Live Once
October 24, 2022 07:15 - 45 minutes - 51.8 MBOn today's BONUS Episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm happy to welcome Haris Orkin to the podcast. Haris has written a fun book called You Only Live Once. If you're a fan of the Ian Fleming character, James Bond, but also enjoy parody stories, then you're in for a treat with this fun read. Haris and I have less than 6 degrees of separation, as I used to follow his dad, Orkin, "back in the day" when I was on the radio. & Bert, one of the biggest, most well-known duos on the radio for...
Andrew Child, New York Times Bestselling Author of No Plan B
October 20, 2022 07:15 - 1 hour - 110 MBToday, we celebrate an epic milestone, as we launch our 100th Episode of The Thriller Zone. Woo-Hoo! Yeah, we're stoked! Who better to help celebrate the "Mighty 100" but the co-author of one of the most iconic thriller franchises in the world: Jack Reacher. Yes, Andrew Child and brother Lee Child have penned yet another page-turning thriller in NO PLAN B. On today's show, we dig deep on what makes this franchise the success it is. We also learn, thanks to the free-flowing thought...
Simon Gervais, author of The Blackbriar Genesis
October 13, 2022 07:00 - 44 minutes - 51.4 MBWe are "this close" to hitting 100 episodes. But until we do, we have the super-talented thriller writer, Simon Gervais on Today's 99th episode of The Thriller Zone. Simon is just one of the latest writers in the Robert Ludlum thriller franchise, and he shows his stuff in this white-knuckle thriller that will keep you turning pages until deep into the night. Or nights. The Blackbriar Genesis is part of the Jason Bourne world, but with a new twist! Listen as Simon and I break down...
Riley Sager, author of The House Across The Lake
October 06, 2022 07:15 - 55 minutes - 63.6 MBOn today's 98th episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome New York Times Bestselling Author, Riley Sager. Riley is the mastermind behind The House Across The Lake, a thriller with "A Hitchcockian premise that is given an exciting new spin," according to NYT Bestselling author, Alex Michaelides, author of The Silent Patient. On today's show, Riley and I dig deep into what makes a thriller such a page-turner, and--without giving away any secrets--discuss some of the tricks to craftin...
J Todd Scott, author of The Flock
September 29, 2022 07:15 - 55 minutes - 63.4 MBOn today's 97th Episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome a return guest: J Todd Scott, author of The Flock. Todd returns with an off-the-beaten path departure from his ordinary fare, but trust us folks, he has a hit on his hands! If you enjoy wildly-engaging thrillers with multiple viewpoints, simultaneous timelines, and topics ripped from today's headlines, you'll devour Todd's newest thriller, The Flock. Inside the show, Todd introduces me to several prolific artists I wasn't ...
Adam Hamdy, the author of The Other Side of Night
September 22, 2022 07:15 - 1 hour - 95.5 MBOn today's 96th Episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm 101% jazzed to welcome THE Adam Hamdy, author of many epic thrillers, and the very latest The Other Side of Night. In this show, Adam and I of course chat about the book, we refer to some of his other books, much different than this one, but we also veer off the beaten path. Several times. And for me? Those "off the beaten path" moments are among my very favorite. Why? Because it's "real conversation" from two "dudes" who greatly a...
Connor Sullivan, author of Sleeping Bear
September 19, 2022 07:15 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBOn today's 95th Episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome debut author Connor Sullivan. His first thriller, Sleeping Bear, has taken the world by storm. And after nearly 5+ years in the making, the public will soon learn the vast amount of talent this guy from Montana has up his sleeve. We talk about Connor's book, what it was like growing up in beautiful Montana, and what it's like having a famous and bestselling author for a father (and perhaps the challenge of living in that sha...
David Pepper, author of A Simple Choice
September 15, 2022 07:15 - 58 minutes - 67.2 MBOn today's 94th episode of The Thriller Zone, stellar author and political specialist David Pepper joins the show to talk about his latest thriller A Simple Choice. Hillary Rodham Clinton says, "David Pepper has written another thriller ripped from the headlines." Her husband, former President Bill Clinton, says, "Pepper comes through again with this clever tale of how cyber sabotage of elections, coupled with highly concentrated ownership of traditional media operations, can un...
Hotel California, a compilation of short stories from today's best authors
September 08, 2022 07:15 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBToday's 93rd episode of The Thriller Zone is special and slightly off the beaten path. I say this because today we will meet a total of not one, but EIGHT of the world's best mystery & thriller writers. Visiting us today is Andrew Child, Don Bruns, John Gilstrap, Reed Farrel Coleman, Heather Graham, Amanda Flower, Rick Bleiweiss, and Jennifer Graeser Dornbush. Their mystery-thriller short story compilation is themed around one of the most popular bands of all times, and one of their most p...
Hotel California, a compilation of short stories from today’s best authors
September 08, 2022 07:15 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBToday's 93rd episode of The Thriller Zone is special and slightly off the beaten path. I say this because today we will meet a total of not one, but EIGHT of the world's best mystery & thriller writers. Visiting us today is Andrew Child, Don Bruns, John Gilstrap, Reed Farrel Coleman, Heather Graham, Amanda Flower, Rick Bleiweiss, and Jennifer Graeser Dornbush. Their mystery-thriller short story compilation is themed around one of the most popular bands of all times, and one of the...
Gina Panettieri, agent at Talcott-Notch Literary
September 05, 2022 07:15 - 36 minutes - 41.5 MBOn today's 92nd Episode of The Thriller Zone, we not only celebrate Labor Day Weekend here in the US, but we're providing a Bonus Episode of this podcast. Today, we meet Super Agent Gina Panettieri. It's been fun to branch out in the world of Thriller Fiction, and today we have a special treat as we get the inside scoop on the world of Agenting. Gina is the President of Talcott-Notch Literary, in Milford, CT. I have several friends whom she represents, and they say she's kind, ha...
Faye Kellerman, New York Times Bestselling author of The Hunt
September 01, 2022 07:15 - 41 minutes - 47.4 MBToday's special guest on the 91st Episode of The Thriller Zone is none other than New York Times Bestselling Author Faye Kellerman, the mastermind behind nearly three dozen bestselling thriller novels. With oodles of hits, over a span of several decades, Faye Kellerman has become synonymous with page-turning, character-driven, plot-twisting novels that keep avid fans reading deep into the night. On today's show, we discuss: having a prolific husband as a NYT Bestselling author, tw...
Landon Beach, author of Narrator
August 29, 2022 07:15 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBOn today's 90th Episode of The Thriller Zone, Landon Beach and his audiobook narrator friend, Scott Brick, join me to talk about Landon's latest thriller, Narrator. Landon is known for his Sunrise-Side Private Investigator Mystery Series, and Scott is known as one of the premier audiobook narrators in the world. Together, they've formed both a friendship, and a working relationship where both talents serve one another. To learn more visit: LandonBeachBooks.com and ScottBrick.net....
David Ellis, New York Times Bestselling Author of LOOK CLOSER
August 25, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 71.3 MBToday's 89th Episode of The Thriller Zone welcomes New York Times Bestselling Author, David Ellis. As though that superlative title isn't enough, David is also an Edgar-Award Winner. This podcast will go down in my books as one of my favorites. Why? Call it the sharing of similar interests, two guys enjoying chatting about their favorite things, like Chicago, football, good old-fashioned terrestrial radio, and of course, our mutual appreciation for really good books. David has wr...
Halley Sutton, author of The Lady Upstairs
August 22, 2022 07:15 - 39 minutes - 44.8 MBOn today's 88th Episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome Halley Sutton, a relative newcomer to the thriller zone; although you'd never know it by her thriller, The Lady Upstairs. The reason I say that is because this "freshman debut" is anything but naive. Instead, it's rich, propulsive, and so Chandler-esque, I dare you to put it down. Halley lives and writes in Los Angeles, and has such a solid sense of what works that it's easy to see how she'll be one of those writers we'll be...
Nick Petrie, author of The Runaway
August 18, 2022 08:00 - 58 minutes - 66.8 MBOn today's 87th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm stoked to welcome national bestselling author Nick Petrie to the show. His runaway hit, The Runaway (sorry, I couldn't help myself) is one of those rare books you just have a hard time putting down. Seriously, I devoured it in record time. The only bad thing? I didn't want it to end. Nick is an accomplished writer of the Peter Ash Series, someone who Lee Child has said, "Lots of characters get compared to my own Jack Reacher, but P...
Shanti Hershenson, author of NEVERDYING
August 16, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 50.3 MBOn today's special "squeeze-in bonus episode," it's my pleasure to welcome Shanti Hershenson to The Thriller Zone. Shanti, besides being the youngest author to grace The TZ airwaves, is quite likely one of the most prolific writers I've met...especially when you consider she's only 14. Not only that, she's been writing since she was 6! If you're a fan of Sci-Fi and Fantasy, and enjoy hearing from new & up-and-coming authors, AND you enjoy supporting new talent who is excited about...
Kelly J. Ford, author of Real Bad Things
August 15, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 69 MBOn today's Bonus Episode of The Thriller Zone, Kelly J. Ford visits to talk about her latest Southern Noir Thriller, Read Bad Things. Since we're both from the South, her from Arkansas and me from North Carolina, we instantly slipped into a comfortable spot behind the mic. What I like best about Kelly is what you see is what you get. I've always been drawn to people who are real and don't put on airs. She's the real deal, and I have a very solid feeling that she'll do just fine in...
Meg Gardiner, Edgar-winning author of HEAT 2
August 11, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBWhat can I say about a gal who is one of the best thriller writers in the world today? I'll tell you: She's done it again. Topped herself, that is. On today's 84th Episode of The Thriller Zone, Meg Gardiner has teamed up with the legendary filmmaker Michael Mann to craft an epic saga that is part prequel, part sequel, and incorporates references to the original Heat, making it one helluva second effort, while standing strong as a stand-alone. You no doubt know Mann's work in Black...