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Thriller 101

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

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158 episodes

  1. 156 How to Write an Unlikable Protagonist Readers Root For with Holly Kammier 28:50
  2. 155 How to Research a Thriller: Coroners, Cops and Serial Killers with Yasmin Angoe 20:15
  3. The Secret to Knowing What Kind of Story You're Writing (Free Webinar Info) 4:55
  4. 154 How to Blend Horror, Humor and Suspense in Your Thriller with Jason Rekulak 20:45
  5. 153 Former Reality TV Editor Timothy Hedden Shares How He Published and Marketed His Debut Novel 30:41
  6. Thriller 101 Season 4 Launch 2:59
  7. 152 Letter from an Editor: Demi Michelle Schwartz shares her critique of my manuscript 27:47
  8. 151 - Unhinged Characters and the Truth About Getting Published with Marisa Walz 22:40
  9. 150 Writing a Complex Mystery Novel with Bianca Marais 20:31
  10. 149 How to Write a Thriller that Gets Attention: Character and Plot Advice from Chevy Stevens 30:28
  11. 148 Developing Better Plots Using a Character-Driven Approach with Daniel David Wallace 26:48
  12. 147 How to Write Thrillers That Actually Matter with Aaron Philip Clark 31:42
  13. 146 How to turn 'wasted' drafts and subverted tropes into your writing superpower with Charlene Wang 14:11
  14. 145 How to Stand Out in the Query Trenches with Literary Agent Tommy Dean 19:41
  15. What Editors Really Want Right Now with Chantelle Aimée Osman, Who Provides a Sneak Peek Inside Simon & Schuster's Newest Imprint 26:51
  16. Why Your Perfect Manuscript Isn't Enough And What to Do About It with Author Tamara Miller 16:19
  17. Literary Agent Lori Galvin Talks Going From Query to Deal: What Agents Need to See Before They Sign You 21:35
  18. 141 Literary Agent Vicky Weber on Why Most Writers Aren't Agent-Ready (And How to Fix It) 28:49
  19. Developmental Editor and Former Literary Agent, Mary Kole Shares Her Top Revision Strategies 27:44
  20. Editor Turned Literary Agent, Shelly Romero Shares Important Insights on Traditional Publishing 26:54
  21. Turn Your Manuscript into a Page-Turner Using The Central Question Framework with Julie Tyler Ruiz 20:49
  22. 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 18:38
  23. Literary Agent and Author Jenna Satterthwaite on Making it in the Publishing Industry 22:02
  24. First Page Formula: Author and Writing Coach April Davila on What Agents & Readers Want to See in Your Thriller Manuscript Opening 15:31
  25. Creative Silos: A Unique Strategy for Your Writer Brain with Cindy Cisneros 11:48
  26. Literary Agent Amy Nielsen on How to Fix Your Opening Pages (Part 2) 27:12
  27. 3-Part Formula for Writing Compelling Red Herrings That Mislead Without Cheating Readers with Author Eloise Corvo 17:49
  28. Writing Your Series & Developing Dynamic Characters with Author Stephen Spotswood 20:18
  29. How to Navigate Thriller Sub-Genres and Create Memorable Stories with Douglas Corleone 21:24
  30. Literary Agent Amy Nielsen on How to Write a Query Letter that Gets Attention 28:23
  31. Community 101: What you need to know 13:22
  32. 90% of Writers Make THESE Writing Mistakes Interview with Ex-Literary Agent Karyn Fischer 11:29
  33. Literary Agent Jessica Berg Shares How to Catch an Agent's Eye 26:14
  34. Time Pockets: Could This Tip Revolutionize Your Writing Process? 12:36
  35. How to Write an Opening Chapter that Keeps Readers Reading with Author David McCloskey 24:17
  36. Thriller Writing Secrets: Building a Writing Process with Leslie Conner 16:57
  37. How to Hook Readers with Alex Kenna’s Expert Thriller-Writing Advice 19:52
  38. Pacing and Process: Writing Thrillers and Mysteries with Elle Grawl 14:41
  39. The Secret to Writing Twists Readers Will Never Forget with Bestselling Author J.T. Ellison 17:50
  40. How to Develop Characters and Themes with Author Aaron Philip Clark 41:06
  41. From Journalist to True Crime Memoir: Carla Conti’s Writing and Publishing Tips 15:42
  42. Meet a Storyteller's Society Cohort #1 Member: Timothy Hedden 10:40
  43. Meet a Storyteller's Society Cohort #1 Member: Stacy Frazer 11:10
  44. Meet a Storyteller's Society Cohort #1 Member: Anne Brooks 13:42
  45. Benefits of Being in a Community & Storyteller's Society Exclusive Sneak Peek 8:02
  46. Introduction to the Brand New Storyteller's Society 11:33
  47. Halloween Special: Understanding How Your Theme can Improve Your Story with Jeremy Dauber 15:33
  48. Literary Agent Jenna Satterthwaite on Character Voice and Submissions She Can't Put Down 47:13
  49. How to Develop Intense Twists and Memorable Characters with Jason Rekulak 18:48
  50. Tying Past and Present Together: How to Write Satisfying Resolutions in Suspense Fiction with Marybeth Mayhew 20:14