Thriller 101
A podcast for readers and writers of thriller, mystery, suspense, and crime fiction.
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Developmental Editor and Former Literary Agent, Mary Kole Shares Her Top Revision Strategies
Send me a Text Message! Developmental editor and former literary agent Mary Kole breaks down the exact process that transforms manuscripts from "just okay" to "must-read." In this episode, you"ll learn why most writers approach feedback and revision completely wrong. You’ll discover the important difference between re
Editor Turned Literary Agent, Shelly Romero Shares Important Insights on Traditional Publishing
Send me a Text Message! Former Scholastic editor Shelly Romero just made the leap to literary agent. And she"s spilling the industry secrets most writers never hear. After eight years of editorial experience and now with an agent"s perspective, Shelly reveals…What really happens when agents read your opening pagesWhy
Turn Your Manuscript into a Page-Turner Using The Central Question Framework with Julie Tyler Ruiz
Send me a Text Message! Every thriller, mystery, suspense, and crime writer faces the same dilemma… How do you craft a story that keeps readers turning pages? In this episode, Julie Tyler Ruiz reveals a simple framework that separates forgettable genre fiction from the stories readers obsess over for years. You"ll di
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
Send me a Text Message! Liz Alterman joins the podcast to discuss her latest novel, "You Shouldn"t Have Done That", and reveals the unconventional strategies that have shaped her successful writing career. From her unique character development process involving weekly read-aloud sessions to her bold decision to switch
Literary Agent and Author Jenna Satterthwaite on Making it in the Publishing Industry
Send me a Text Message! Ever wondered what it"s really like behind the scenes of being a literary agent? What You"ll Learn in this episode: • Why agents prioritize story over polished prose • The brutal financial reality of the publishing industry • What makes manuscripts stand out in queries Jenna"s honesty about the
First Page Formula: Author and Writing Coach April Davila on What Agents & Readers Want to See in Your Thriller Manuscript Opening
Send me a Text Message! Writing coach April Davila reveals the non-negotiable elements that make first pages irresistible to readers and agents. Learn why most manuscripts fail in the opening paragraph, discover the strategic approach to character revelation that transforms boring descriptions into magnetic hooks. Th