Thriller 101

Feb 27 2025 129 ep. 24 mins 8
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A podcast for readers and writers of thriller, mystery, suspense, and crime fiction. 

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Literary Agent Amy Nielsen on How to Write a Query Letter that Gets Attention

Feb 27 2025 27 mins  
Send me a Text Message! Learn more about the Storyteller's Society Learn more about Amy Nielsen Having reviewed thousands queries in the past two years, literary agent Amy Nielsen shares exclusive writing tips specifically tailored for thriller writers on the traditional publishing route. This agent interview with Amy dives deep into query structure, comp titles, and how to craft a

Community 101: What you need to know

Feb 20 2025 13 mins  
Send me a Text Message! Click here to sign up for the Storyteller's Society Enter your name and email address. I'll reach out with more information to see if we're the right fit. Click Here to Learn more about the Storyteller's Society

90% of Writers Make THESE Writing Mistakes Interview with Ex-Literary Agent Karyn Fischer

Feb 13 2025 11 mins  
Send me a Text Message! Learn more about Karyn Fischer Jessica Berg Literary Agent Interview Want to know what literary agents really think when they read your submission? In this interview, former literary agent and current book coach and writing expert Karyn Fischer shares insider knowledge on how to write a novel that stands out. Discover the top mistakes writers make, why 90% o

Literary Agent Jessica Berg Shares How to Catch an Agent's Eye

Feb 06 2025 25 mins  
Send me a Text Message! Storyteller's Society Waitlist Learn more about Jessica Berg Listen to Daria White Osah's Episode Want to write a thriller that stands out in today’s crowded market? In this episode, literary agent Jessica Berg shares expert insights into what makes a manuscript irresistible to agents and publishers. We dive into essential thriller writing techniques, incl

Time Pockets: Could This Tip Revolutionize Your Writing Process?

Jan 29 2025 12 mins  
Send me a Text Message! Storyteller's Society Waitlist Learn more about Daria White Osah Listen to David McCloskey's Episode Struggling to find time to write? In this episode, Daria White Osah (author and book coach) discusses a great strategy for busy writers—Time Pockets. If you’ve ever wondered how to write more efficiently while juggling work, family, and life, this episode

How to Write an Opening Chapter that Keeps Readers Reading with Author David McCloskey

Jan 22 2025 23 mins  
Send me a Text Message! Storyteller's Society Waitlist Leslie Conner's Episode Connect with David Find David on Instagram In this episode, we’re joined by David McCloskey, a former CIA analyst and author of the thrillers The Seventh Floor, Moscow X, and Damascus Station. David brings a wealth of real-world experience into his fiction, and today, we’ll explore how his background

Thriller Writing Secrets: Building a Writing Process with Leslie Conner

Jan 15 2025 16 mins  
Send me a Text Message! Storyteller's Society Waitlist Alex Kenna's Episode Connect with Leslie In this episode, thriller author Leslie Conner joins us to share expert tips on crafting suspenseful mysteries. She shares valuable resources and an insight into her writing practice that will help writers see how to develop a series! Click Here to Learn more about the Storyteller's Soci

How to Hook Readers with Alex Kenna’s Expert Thriller-Writing Advice

Jan 08 2025 19 mins  
Send me a Text Message! Download the One-Page Study of Alex Kenna's Writing Storyteller's Society Waitlist Elle Grawl's Episode Connect with Alex on Instagram Join me for an in-depth author interview with Alex Kenna, the brilliant mind behind What Meets the Eye. This episode is packed with writing tips for aspiring thriller authors, including how to write gripping characters, avoid

Pacing and Process: Writing Thrillers and Mysteries with Elle Grawl

Jan 02 2025 14 mins  
Send me a Text Message! Storyteller's Society Waitlist Learn more about Elle In this episode, I talk with Elle Grawl, author of the psychological thrillers One of Those Faces and What Still Burns. Elle shares how she wrote her debut novel while balancing a demanding day job, how her writing process has evolved, and her best advice for writers navigating pacing and productivity chal

The Secret to Writing Twists Readers Will Never Forget with Bestselling Author J.T. Ellison

Dec 18 2024 17 mins  
Send me a Text Message! Previous episode with Aaron Philip Clark Learn more about J.T. Ellison Join J.T. Ellison's Substack Bestselling thriller author, J.T. Ellison shares how she create the unforgettable twists and characters that define her work. Whether you're an aspiring writer or an experienced author, this episode is packed with actionable writing tips, insider insights, and