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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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62:13

Landon Beach, author of Narrator

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/08/29

On 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. As always,

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62:51

David Ellis, New York Times Bestselling Author of...

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2022/08/25

Today'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 written a

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39:44

Halley Sutton, author of The Lady Upstairs

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2022/08/22

On 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 hearing

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58:55

Nick Petrie, author of The Runaway

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2022/08/18

On 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 Peter Ash

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44:29

Shanti Hershenson, author of NEVERDYING

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2022/08/16

On 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 their

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60:49

Kelly J. Ford, author of Real Bad Things

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2022/08/15

On 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 this

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63:45

Meg Gardiner, Edgar-winning author of HEAT 2

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/08/11

What 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 Blackhat, Miami

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58:10

Eli Cranor, author of Don’t Know Tough

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2022/08/08

On today's 83rd Episode of The Thriller Zone, special debut author Eli Cranor stops by to chew the fat about his debut runaway hit, "Don't Know Tough." From one Southern boy to another, this dude gets it right, on so many levels. The feeling of the deep south, the characters who play in that world, and a heart-wrenching story about the not-so-small world of high school football in a small southern town. As author Ace Atkins says, "Eli knows the underbelly of Friday night lights in this

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65:40

Sarah Pearse, NYTimes Bestselling author of The Retreat

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2022/08/04

On today's 82nd Episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm very happy to welcome the lovely, charming, and mega-talented New York Times Bestselling Author and Reese Witherspoon Book Club Winner, Sarah Pearse. Sarah not only has a unique way to "spin a yarn," but she has an engaging way to twist a story that leads you in one direction, only to redirect you another way. When you meet her, you instantly adore her upbeat personality, while wondering how someone so nice could create such evil. Join us

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74:44

Fabian Nicieza, author of The Self-Made Widow

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2022/08/01

The first thing you notice and appreciate about today's guest is his upbeat energy, and his good-natured spirit. Then you find out his three-decade-plus experience in the publishing & writing, and comic book universe. Yes, Fabian Nicieza is both a two-time thriller writer of both The Self-Made Widow, his latest, and the Edgar-nominated debut Suburban . Today's 81st episode of The Thriller Zone is fast, energetic, funny, relatable, educational, and flat-out inspiring! Carve out an hour

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56:11

Brian Freeman, Author of The Bourne Sacrifice

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2022/07/28

If you're a fan of Robert Ludlum's iconic Jason Bourne character, then you're going to love today's 80th Episode of The Thriller Zone. Let's just say Bourne is in good hands with Freeman's latest thriller, The Bourne Sacrifice; the 3rd Ludlum book by this prolific author. Brian offers today's listeners so many fantastic insights to the world of thriller writing. From solid business insights, to profound writing advice, and a number of engaging stories in between, it's easy to see why Brian

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68:42

Tracey Devlyn, USA Today Bestselling Author of Flash...

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/07/25

On today's 79th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm thrilled to welcome USA Today Bestselling Author, Tracey Devlyn. Tracey's hot 'n sassy thriller, FLASH POINT, literally has "something for everyone!" If you like page-turning thrillers...with well-crafted characters...several of whom "turn up the heat with some saucy scenes"...and a resolution that'll leave you feeling satisfied, then you'll spend some time with Flash Point. Tracey and I share more than several similarities; she's from

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74:25

Dean Koontz, New York Times Bestselling Author of The...

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/07/21

Today, marks a milestone in the history of this podcast; actually, it's two fold. First, I'm proud to introduce you to Year #2, aka Season 3, and Episode #78 of The Thriller Zone. Second, I am honored to welcome one of the genuine legends in the literary world, Mr. Dean Koontz. I, like you, have been following him for decades, and have been amazed at his prolific output of one terrific suspense thriller after another. For nearly 6 decades, Dean has been crafting suspense novels that

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38:46

Amina Akhtar, author of KISMET

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/07/18

Rarely does a book come along that has you scratching your head and saying, "Wait, what did I just read?" I won't ruin the surprise. Join me in welcoming Amina Akhtar as my guest on today's 77th Episode and a "Special Addition" of The Thriller Zone. Amina brings high energy and fashionable insights to the podcast with her latest novel, KISMET, her viciously funny thriller about the world of WELLNESS, as well as the smoothies, the secrets, and the deliciously deadly impulses; all of which

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65:50

Brad Thor, NYTimes Bestselling Author of Rising Tiger

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/07/14

Unless you've been lost in a cave, or sleeping under a rock for the past decade, I'm sure you know the name Brad Thor. Brad is one of the more prolific authors of our time, and the creator of the Scot Harvath Series. Some have called him, "The Undisputed King of the Genre," (Real Book Spy), while others have said this of his many books: "UN-Freaking-Believable," (The Crew Reviews), then there's, "An Amazing Thriller" says Fred Burton, and "Rising Tiger is ripped from tomorrow's headlines,"

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33:52

Jane Friedman, author of The Business of Being a Writer

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2022/07/11

On today's 75th and Bonus Episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome Publishing Guru and author of The Business of Being a Writer, Jane Friedman. For those familiar with her work, Jane brings a vast knowledge of one of the key aspects of writing that many authors either don't know much about, or know about but have little grasp of, or are familiar with parts of the business of writing, but could use more info. Jane is your perfect connection to all that. And more. Having worked in book

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37:27

Brian Lebeau, author of A Disturbing Nature

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/07/07

On today's 74th Episode of The All New Season of TheThrillerZone, I'm happy to announce the latest member of our Discovering New Author Series, Brian Lebeau. Brian Lebeau hails from Massachusetts, but currently lives just outside San Diego...which I just learned! Brian's thriller, A Disturbing Nature, is a psychological thriller set in the summer of 1975, and explores the concept of two deaths, blurring the line between man and monster. The books explores ethics, psychology and social

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71:09

Our One-Year Anniversary Special

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/06/30

On today's 73rd episode, we celebrate our One-Year Anniversary of The Thriller Zone! And how does one celebrate 12 months and 73 episodes? By inviting a small handful of friends who happen to be among the best authors in the world. Those special guests include: Meg Gardiner, Chris Hauty, Brian Andrews & Jeffrey Wilson of Andrews-Wilson, Joe Goldberg, Joey Hartstone, Peter Farris, Mark Westmoreland, and my old pal, Sean O'Rourke. There's an extra special guest, my co-host for the show,

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43:02

Steve Stratton, author of Shadow Tier

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/06/23

Today's 72nd episode of The Thriller Zone welcomes debut author Steve Stratton to the podcast. With an illustrious and varied career, which includes working at The White House alongside both Presidents Ford and Carter, as well as working inside The Secret Service, Steve brings authenticity to his debut work in "Shadow Tier." On today's show, we begin by catching up after having spent time together in New York at this year's Thrillerfest. Steve walked away with terrific education, solid

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68:23

Don Bentley, author of Zero Hour

The Thriller Zone ·

2022/06/16

On today's 71st episode of TheThrillerZone, I'm honored to welcome back the multi-talented author of not only the Tom Clancy thriller #ZeroHour, but the #MattDrakeSeries of thrillers: Don Bentley. Yes, Don joins The TZ for a healthy round of information dispersal, intriguing conversation about the military, epic thrillers, the Tom Clancy legacy, his masterful editor Tom Colgan, and so much more. Sure, we cover his Matt Drake Series, which includes: #WithoutSanction, #TheOutsideMan, and

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