Thriller 101
A podcast for readers and writers of thriller, mystery, suspense, and crime fiction.
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146 How to turn 'wasted' drafts and subverted tropes into your writing superpower with Charlene Wang
Send me a Text Message! What if the tropes you love are actually holding your thriller back? In this episode, Charlene Wang reveals how she transformed the beloved campus novel into a feminist revenge thriller by strategically subverting genre expectations. And the results landed her a major book deal. You"ll discov
145 The View from the Slush Pile: A Literary Agent's Fresh Take on What Works with Tommy Dean
Send me a Text Message! What if I told you that right now, while established agents are drowning in hundreds of submissions, there"s a brand new literary agent who"s actively building his client list and genuinely excited to discover your manuscript? In this episode, Tommy Dean shares what makes him your ideal partner
What Editors Really Want Right Now with Chantelle Aimée Osman, Who Provides a Sneak Peek Inside Simon & Schuster's Newest Imprint
Send me a Text Message! You’re going to love this exclusive conversation with Chantelle Aimée Osman, Senior Editor at Simon & Schuster"s new imprint, Simon Maverick. Chantelle reveals how the publishing industry is evolving to meet indie and hybrid authors where they are. And why audio is becoming the new frontier th
Why Your Perfect Manuscript Isn't Enough And What to Do About It with Author Tamara Miller
Send me a Text Message! Tamara Miller"s debut thriller INTO THE FALL has launched her career with a two-book publishing contract. But her path from government policy analyst to published author wasn"t built on talent alone. It was strategic business thinking that made the difference. In this episode, Tamara Miller r
Literary Agent Lori Galvin Talks Going From Query to Deal: What Agents Need to See Before They Sign You
Send me a Text Message! Literary agent Lori Galvin reveals exactly what makes a query letter irresistible. She breaks down the specific elements that make agents request materials, and the common mistakes that lead to instant rejections. Whether you"re crafting your first query or your fiftieth, this episode delivers
141 Literary Agent Vicky Weber on Why Most Writers Aren't Agent-Ready (And How to Fix It)
Send me a Text Message! Ever wondered why it feels nearly impossible to land a literary agent these days? In this episode, I had a chat with Vicky Weber, a literary agent, bestselling children"s author, and marketing strategist, who pulls back the curtain on the harsh realities facing today"s publishing industry. Vic
