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The Thriller Zone

If you enjoy thriller books, films & TV series and the writers who create them, then you’ll enjoy the #1 thriller fiction podcast in the world, The Thriller Zone. Now in their 8th season, former radio host & current author Dave Temple talks with the best creative minds in the business for STORIES THAT THRILL!

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68:13

New York Times bestselling author Don Winslow of City...

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/05/03

Welcome 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 left to do

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50:45

David Darling, author of Edge Of Time

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/04/21

David 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: substantial

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53:38

T. R. Hendricks, debut author of The Instructor

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/04/12

T. 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 leader, then

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52:30

Steven James, author of Broker Of Lies

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/04/05

Steven 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.BROKER OF LIES

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47:28

Robert Dugoni author of Her Deadly Game

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/03/29

On 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 series, the

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37:46

Deborah Crombie, New York Times Bestselling Author of...

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/03/15

On 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,

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54:58

William Landay, author of All That Is Mine I Carry...

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/03/01

On 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 loved the

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56:33

Rick Bleiweiss, author of Murder In Haxford

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/02/24

On 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 affect the way

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54:35

Andrews-Wilson, writing duo behind the new thriller,...

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/02/22

On 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 different series:

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70:13

New York Times Bestselling author Mark Greaney

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2023/02/15

On 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,

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45:32

Lexie Elliott, author of Bright and Deadly Things

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/02/13

On 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."Perhaps what

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58:50

Joey Hartstone, author of The Local and EP of...

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/02/08

On 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 when he came on

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51:27

Eric Beetner, author of "There and Back"

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/02/01

On 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

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137:34

Remembering Ted Bell, New York Times Bestselling Author

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/01/26

On 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 The Thriller

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35:46

Grady Hendrix, New York Times Bestselling Author

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/01/25

On 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 with a

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64:34

Brad Taylor, New York Times Bestselling Author with...

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/01/18

On 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 officially

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4:56

2023 Kicks off with Micro-Podcast!

The Thriller Zone ·

2023/01/03

On 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 terrific way

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72:24

The Dave & Tammy Top 10 Year End Extravaganza

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/12/29

On 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 Series and

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72:28

Bradley Somer, author of Extinction

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/12/22

On 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 of

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39:40

C. Matthew Smith author of Twenty Mile

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/12/15

On 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 "degrees of

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