The Thriller Zone David Temple

On today's 151st episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm happy to welcome Joe Kenda, the original Homicide Hunter, for a return visit to our show.
You see, last time we spoke, Joe was promoting his True Crime non-fiction book KILLER TRIGGERS. This time, Joe's back to talk about his thriller fiction debut, ALL IS NOT FORGIVEN.
Joe is a retired Colorado Springs Police Department detective lieutenant who was involved in 387 homicide cases over a 23-year career. He solved 356 cases, a closure rate of 92%, and was featured on the Investigation Discovery television show Homicide Hunter, where he recounted stories of cases he solved.
Joe is a terrific storyteller, as you'll hear, and has such a way with crafting a tale that you can't help but lean forward so you won't miss a word.
In case you turned in to WATCH Joe and I chat, unfortunately you won't be able to see him handsome mug as we were experiencing some tech issues. Fortunately, he's got a tall stack of terrific tales so you're sure to enjoy.
After the show, consider going to these fine stores to purchase your copy of ALL IS NOT FORGIVEN:Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or enjoy in audio form at Audible.
Thanks for listening, and don't forget to VISIT our website, TheThrillerZone.com, and be sure to SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube.com/thethrillerzone channel. You can also follow us on X @thethrillerzone 
Cheers, David Temple

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On today's 150th episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome Lou Berney to discuss his latest thriller DARK RIDE.
Here are what a few notable authors (and one podcast host) has to say about this heart-wrenching thriller.
Don Winslow calls it "REMARKABLE!" 
TJ Newman calls it "BRILLIANT!" 
Lisa Unger calls it "BREATHLESS!" 
Kent Krueger calls it "DYNAMITE!" 
SA Cosby calls it "Lou's best work yet!" 
And allow me to finish with my two cents: "SURPRISING & MOVING!"
PRE-ORDER your copy today here:  Amazon - Barnes and Noble - Indie Bound
Kick back. Relax, and settle in a for fun, engaging, and emotionally-driven episode, our 150th I might add. It's guaranteed fun.
To learn more about Lou visit: LouBerney.com
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On today's 149th episode, we feature SIX authors of various stature. Some are legends. Others, legends in the making.
Either way, six of the authors in the Atria Mystery Bus/Simon & Schuster family, have come together for brief conversations, face-to-face, with me to talk about their latest works at the Bouchercon 23 event in San Diego, California.
The featured authors include: Chris Hauty, I. S. Berry, Amando Correa, Christine McKenzie, Katy Hays and Jack Carr.
Their books are stunning. Their talents, equally so. And their futures are set to shoot across the sky, bright at the noonday sun.
Kick back, grab a beverage, and enjoy the last vestiges of the Summer heat, while you and I enjoy some conversation about books, thrillers and more, on an episode that will entertain, educate, and hopefully inspire you to write your best work.
Remember: there's room on the bookshelves for you too.
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Cheers, David Temple

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On today's 148th episode of The Thriller Zone, we're thrilled to welcome New York Times bestselling author Kyle Mills.
Kyle is the superb author who took over the Vince Flynn legacy series of the Mitch Rapp stories. And today he speaks about his latest thriller CODE RED, and how he plans to hand off the series to another iconic author, Don Bentley.
If you're a fan of military-themed thrillers, then you no doubt are supremely aware of Kyle's masterful handling of Mitch Rapp.
This is taken from Kyle's website, as he shares some "Behind The Scenes" of the iconic series.
"Code Red was an interesting novel to conceptualize. Because I was considering making it my last entry in the series, I found myself looking back at where I’d been—from finishing the arc Vince started in The Last Man, to Mitch going toe-to-toe with an opponent who was nearly his equal, to the desperate race to stop a Russian invasion of Europe. Over my time guiding the series, the character has evolved from a man still enraged and frustrated by the death of his wife to someone who’s found the stability of a new family and maybe even a little peace.
In the meantime, America has endured a decade of violent geopolitical changes from both inside and outside its borders. The direct threat from Islamicists has given way to growing political dysfunction, an increasingly belligerent China, and advancing technology that seems to be careening out of control.
What’s Mitch Rapp’s role in this new reality?
In the end, I decided it wasn’t my place to find out. I wanted to leave Mitch’s new custodian a solid platform to launch from without locking him into any particular course.
This gave me the opportunity to end with a stand-alone adventure that puts Mitch back in Arab territory but with a few modern twists. The goal was to tip my hat to Vince’s earlier books by creating an operation that involves a lot of fireworks and returns Mitch to his roots.
Which brings my era to a close. It’s hard not to feel a little sadness, but I’m excited to move forward with my Fade series. While I’ll miss writing about Mitch and the gang, I’m really looking forward to going back to reading about them." -Kyle Mills
To learn more about Kyle and follow him on his new journey, go to: KyleMills.com
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On today's 147th episode of The Thriller Zone, I could not be more stoked to welcome the legendary Hollywood Writer/Producer and New York Times Bestselling Author Lee Goldberg.
There are talented guys who aren't always nice. And there are nice guys who aren't always talented. Then you meet someone like Lee who is both super talented and couldn't be nicer.
Bonus? He has some of the best writing advice to offer our audience yet. Sure, some of it you've heard before. And yes, a couple of points make you say, "Well, of course." But I would challenge you to dig deep, do your homework, LISTEN to his advice, INCORPORATE it into your own mind and writing. Then sit back and watch your quality SOAR.
Lee and I chat about "The Hollywood Machine," especially as it pertains to the current WGA writer's strike, what makes Hollywood tick, where some of those people on the inside are out of their minds because they're missing the point, not to mention the fact that GREED still continues to run the machine of Hollywood.
Trust me, this is one of the very best and most insightful podcasts since this show's launch. It's well worth the investment of an hour and change. If you'd like to learn more visit: LeeGoldberg.com
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I'm David Temple your host, thank you for listening and I look forward to connecting with you again on another episode of The Thriller Zone!

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On today's BONUS episode of The Thriller Zone, #146 to be exact, we welcome return guest ELI CRANOR, author of Ozark Dogs.
If you'll recall, Eli joined us last summer when he share with us his dark and heart-wrenching debut novel Don't Know Tough.
Now, he's back. And better than ever. With a book that will sear your consciousness with another dark and foreboding story you won't soon forget.
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