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PODCAST

The Thriller Pitch Podcast

Mark P.J. Nadon

The Thriller Pitch Podcast gives thriller authors two minutes to pitch their book followed by a sharp, fast-paced conversation that dives into the creative process behind the story. Each episode spotlights compelling thrillers, the minds that craft them, and the moments that shaped their writing — from first spark to final page. You’ll hear about the ideas that started it all, the scenes that pushed them hardest, and the emotions that make great thrillers unforgettable. This show was created with

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31:35

Writing 5,000 Words a Day and Staying Real | Maria...

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/10/28

How do you write 5,000 words a day and still love what you do? In this episode, author Maria Frankland joins me to talk about I Don’t Like Mondays, a psychological thriller that began with a single thought on a crowded Yorkshire train platform: what if someone was pushed in front of the train? Maria shares how that moment became her 22nd novel, how she built a full-time writing career, and the discipline that keeps her moving forward. We talk about creative routines, lingering self-doubt, and the

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29:22

Thomas Stewart on Writing Without Rewrites |...

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/10/21

What happens when a horror-thriller author refuses to rewrite?In this episode, Thomas Stewart joins host Mark P.J. Nadon to discuss his novel Allison’s Tears, a ghost story written in just three months — every sentence deliberate, every emotion intentional. They talk about writing through instinct, finding empathy in fear, and why giving villains depth makes them even more terrifying. The Thriller Pitch Podcast is where bestselling, award-winning, and emerging authors share the craft, emotion, and

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20:34

When Dreams and a Serial Killer Collide in Nashville...

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2025/10/14

Tennessee Wishes is a romance thriller set in Nashville, a city filled with music and rising fear. Ava Morgahn knows a serial killer is on the loose, but she refuses to let fear stand in the way of her dream to become a country singer. She finds a job, a place to perform, and an unexpected connection with rising star Owen Layne. When Ava suddenly disappears, Owen is left wondering if their spark was real or if she has become the killer’s next target.In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast,

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27:55

Spy Thriller Spy Girls by Joanna Vander Vlugt |...

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/10/07

Spy Girls is a gripping spy thriller with assassins, pursuit and resilience. A CIA action officer is released from prison. A Chief Justice is murdered, and the Law Society is scrutinizing Jade Thyme’s conduct. Jade’s life can’t get much worse until she is coerced into finding an elusive double agent. Tangled in lies and political agendas, high speed chases and sticky bombs, can Jade outplay a dangerous Russian assassin before her own life is terminated?In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast,

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30:31

International Spy Thriller Caribbean Harvest by Steve...

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/09/30

Caribbean Harvest is a high-stakes international thriller about drugs, politics, and pursuit. When El Chapo sets his sights on Cuba as the next hub for his empire, Wolf and Parker must use their mix of military and law enforcement skills to stop him before the island becomes another Afghanistan. With Mexican law enforcement, the U.S. president, and ruthless cartel forces all in play, the chase becomes a deadly game of cat and mouse.In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Steve Stratton and I

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27:38

Vigilante Thriller Cartel Hunter by Robert Goluba |...

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2025/09/23

Cartel Hunter is a vigilante justice thriller about family, morality, and survival. When Air Force pararescueman Jason Mulder returns home after his brother’s murder, he’s forced to confront a ruthless cartel hiding in Arizona’s vast pine forests. With training, grit, and unlikely allies, Jason takes the fight to those who threaten his family, but always on his own moral terms.In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Robert Goluba and I talk about why he chose a pararescueman instead of a

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33:47

International Best Selling Action Thriller Blunt...

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/09/16

Blunt Force is a high-octane action thriller about espionage, betrayal, and survival. When investigative journalists expose corruption on a global scale, the Trigger Man, Mark Pierce, is tasked with protecting them from elite kill teams sent by Syrian and Russian intelligence. From Spain to Luxembourg to Iceland’s frozen wilderness, Pierce battles assassins and uncovers a conspiracy that strikes closer to home than he ever imagined.In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Aiden Bailey and I

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27:44

Psychological Thriller Every Fall by award winning...

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/09/09

Every Fall is a chilling psychological thriller about police culture, family trauma, and the thin line between reality and haunting. After tragedy strikes on the job, Jake’s spiral of guilt and grief leaves Bree isolated and haunted in her own home. To protect her children, she must face the one person she thought would always keep them safe.In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Angela Douglas and I talk about the messy beginnings of creating Every Fall, the research that went into its

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33:17

Award winning Medical Thriller Deadly Vision by T.D....

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2025/09/02

The Award winning novel Deadly Vision is a medical thriller about Dr. Taylor Abrahms, a pioneer in medical virtual reality whose groundbreaking Virtual Heart Project becomes the target of political sabotage, scientific rivalry, and murder as a presidential election looms. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, T.D. Severin and I talk about how the idea first came to him in 1994 while researching the possibilities of medical virtual reality, the thirty-year journey of rewriting the novel from

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26:03

Adventure Thriller The Devil's Eye by Ox Devere |...

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/08/26

The Devil’s Eye is an adventure thriller about a lost alchemist’s notebook that surfaces at a London auction and sparks a high-stakes race across Europe. CIA operatives Ridley Samaras and Booker Douglas must decipher its codes and track down a mystical relic before a ruthless billionaire uses it to seize ultimate power.In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Ox Devere and I talk about how the story was inspired by real-world figures like Jeffrey Epstein, the meticulous research behind the

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24:33

Power Surge by Lizzie Qnert | Thriller Pitch Ep 6

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2025/08/19

Power Surge is a vigilante thriller about CC Crane, a 52-year-old ad executive who targets sexual predators, only to draw the attention of a violent male-supremacist group that threatens her daughter and her own survival.In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Lizzie and I talk about how the story idea grew out of a male-supremacist hate group targeting her daughter’s work, the different characters and why she chose multiple viewpoints, and the research that shaped the novel. Lizzie Qnert's

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34:32

The Dollhouse by Sara Ennis | Thriller Pitch Ep 5

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/08/12

The Dollhouse is a dark psychological thriller about siblings Angel and Bud, captives in a place where a madman’s cruel games decide who lives and who dies.In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, author Sara Ennis shares the inspiration behind The Dollhouse and its connection to an Idaho abduction, her lifelong love of storytelling, and how she comes up with her plot ideas. Sara Ennis' book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/8RZNXVw Follow Sara on her website: https://www.justcallmesara.com/ Support

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26:18

Award Winning Novel Inside Outside by Faye Arcand |...

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/08/05

Inside Outside is a tense domestic thriller about two women—Leslie and Selena—trapped by secrets, obligation, and the pressure to appear fine when nothing really is. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, author Fay Arcand talks about the her experience with the muse and how it shaped this novel, the joy of writing by the seat of your pants, and her background in criminal justice. Faye Arcand's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/bPpUE48 Follow Faye on her website: https://fayearcand.com/ Support

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24:59

Metal Spies by Cole Chase | Thriller Pitch Ep 3

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/07/29

Metal Spies is a fast-moving action-thriller about a conman fronting a metal band—and getting blackmailed into stopping a billionaire’s plot against the U.S. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, author Cole Chase talks about where the idea came from, how his tech background influences his storytelling, and some of the research involved in his books. We talk about: - His daughters influence on the idea behind a metal band heist crew - His life experience that shaped his novel and the

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21:37

The Cemetery Spot by Jenna Moquin | Thriller Pitch Ep 2

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/07/22

The Cemetery Spot is a psychological thriller about two sisters bound by blood—and a secret that could destroy them both. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, author Jenna Moquin shares how the story took shape from a NaNoWriMo draft, why she chose to center it on two sisters, and how she tightened the plot by cutting scenes that slowed the pace. We talk about: Writing sibling dynamics inspired by real life Taking a story from NaNoWriMo to a full novel What she chose to cut to keep

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34:52

International Best Selling Novel Tokyo Black by...

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/07/22

Tokyo Black is an action thriller about a betrayed CIA operative forced into a dangerous new mission in Japan. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, international bestselling author Andrew Warren shares the inspiration behind Thomas Caine, how he explored Tokyo virtually and on foot to build the setting, and the surprising bit of pop culture that sparked a key plot device. We talk about: The spark that led to writing Tokyo Black Visiting and virtually researching Japanese

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04:22

Pitch. Hook. Connect. What This Podcast Is All About...

The Thriller Pitch Podcast ·

2025/07/20

Welcome to The Thriller Pitch Podcast, where thriller authors pitch their stories and we dig into the why behind the words. Each episode starts with a sharp, compelling pitch from a thriller author, followed by a relaxed conversation about the characters, themes, and what inspired the book. It’s fast, honest, and designed to help readers find their next great read. Support the show & get a free novella by Mark, plus stories and art from some guests: • Join the Patreon →

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