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Interviews with bestselling authors of Mystery, Thriller & Suspense books hosted by Alan Petersen.

Meet the Thriller Author (Author Interviews‪)‬ Alan Petersen

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Interviews with bestselling authors of Mystery, Thriller & Suspense books hosted by Alan Petersen.

    MTTA 198: Ron Corbett

    MTTA 198: Ron Corbett

    Ron Corbett author interview.







    Ron Corbett is a former radio host and newspaper columnist, his first book of fiction was Ragged Lake, the debut novel in the Frank Yakabuski mystery series, and an Edgar Award nominee for Best Original Paperback.







    His latest novel, CAPE RAGE (Berkley Hardcover; on sale March 19, 2024) is a follow-up to his “dynamite new series debut” (New York Times Book Review) The Sweet Goodbye featuring undercover agent, Danny Barrett who is in the rugged landscape of the Pacific Northwest, where he is caught between a family of criminals and the psychopath who is tracking them down.







    The father of four, Ron is married to award-winning photo-journalist Julie Oliver and still lives in his hometown of Ottawa, Canada, where he writes his novels from the study of a century-old house, “not far from a good river.”







    In this episode, author Ron Corbett discusses his background as a journalist and how it influenced his transition into writing mystery and thriller novels. He shares insights into his writing process, mentioning how he often starts with scenes and then strings them together to form the narrative. Ron also talks about the inspiration behind his Danny Barrett series, where the protagonist is an undercover police officer who moves around different locations for each novel, adding a unique dynamic to the storytelling.







    Furthermore, Ron delves into his latest novel, “Cape Rage,” the second book in the Danny Barrett series, where he introduces a powerful family and a psychopathic character to create suspense and intrigue in the story. He talks about the setting of the novel on an island and the challenges faced by the protagonist as he investigates a bank robbery while dealing with suspicion from the family. Ron also mentions his upcoming project set in Florida with a circus theme, highlighting his interest in circus performers and the unique history of Gibsonton, known for its association with the circus community.







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    * Ron Corbett talks about his two mystery series, the Frank Yakabuski mysteries and the Danny Barrett Thriller series.







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    • 43 min
    MTTA 197: Lisa Regan

    MTTA 197: Lisa Regan

    Lisa Regan is the USA Today & Wall Street Journal bestselling author of the Detective Josie Quinn series as well as several other crime fiction titles. She has a Bachelor’s degree in English and a Master of Education degree from Bloomsburg University. She is a member of Sisters in Crime, International Thriller Writers, Crime Writers Association, and Mystery Writers of America. She lives in Philadelphia with her husband, daughter and Boston Terrier named Mr. Phillip.







    Delve into the world of bestselling author Lisa Regan, known for her gripping Detective Josie Quinn series and other crime fiction titles. In this episode, Lisa shares insights into her writing journey, from humble beginnings to the release of her 19th novel, “Face Her Fear.” What started as a dream of three books turned into a remarkable series spanning 19 thrilling installments and counting, while captivating readers worldwide.







    Lisa’s dedication to her craft shines through as she discusses her writing process, highlighting the delicate balance of sticking to what works while constantly seeking fresh ideas to keep her stories engaging and dynamic. With each book presenting a new challenge and opportunity for growth, Lisa’s meticulous approach to research and character development ensures that her readers are always in for a captivating and immersive experience.







    As Lisa reflects on her career and the evolving landscape of the publishing industry, her advice to aspiring authors resonates with a message of perseverance and continuous improvement. Emphasizing the importance of creating new content and embracing the learning journey inherent in writing, Lisa’s story serves as an inspiring testament to the power of persistence and passion in the pursuit of literary success.







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    [00:00:01.080] – Lisa ReganWelcome to Meet the Thriller Author, the go-to podcast for delving into the minds behind the most gripping mysteries, readers, and suspense novels. As a fellow thriller writer and your guide, I invite you to explore new to a decade of conversations with the giants of the genre, from Lee Child to Dean Koontz, Walter Moseley, Tess Gerritssen, and more, all available at ThrillingReads.com there you’ll find a treasure trove of show notes, transcripts, and direct links to my own thriller novels.

    • 28 min
    MTTA 196: Nick Petrie

    MTTA 196: Nick Petrie

    Nick Petrie received his MFA in fiction from the University of Washington and won a Hopwood Award for short fiction while an undergraduate at the University of Michigan. His story “At the Laundromat” won the 2006 Short Story Contest in The Seattle Review, a national literary journal.







    Petrie’s debut novel, “The Drifter,” garnered widespread acclaim, securing the ITW Thriller and Barry Awards, and earning nominations for the Edgar, Anthony, and Hammett Awards. His remarkable talent was recognized with the 2016 Literary Award from the Wisconsin Library Association, and he was heralded as one of Apple’s 10 Writers to Read in 2017. His novel “Light It Up” was celebrated as the Best Thriller of 2018 by Apple Books, and both “Light It Up” and “The Wild One” were finalists for the Barry Award.







    Fans of the series can eagerly anticipate the latest installment, “The Price You Pay,” set to be published on February 6, 2024.







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    Nick Petrie returns to the podcast for a new interview discussing his latest novel, “The Price You Pay.”







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    [00:00:01.100] – Alan PetersenWelcome to Meet the Thriller Author, the go-to podcast for delving into the minds behind the most gripping mysteries, readers, and suspense novels. As a fellow thriller writer and your guide, I’m Alan Petersen, and I invite you to explore nearly a decade of conversations with the giants of the genre, from Lee Child to Dean Koontz, Walter Moseley, Tess Gerritssen, and more, all available over at thrillingreads. Com. There you’ll find a treasure trove of show notes, transcripts, and direct links to my novels, adding to your experience of the Thriller Universe.







    [00:00:30.850] – Alan PetersenI’m glad to bring back the podcast after a couple of months of hiatus. I have a great lineup of new interviews coming up to you this year, so stay tuned for those. In this episode, number 196, I welcome back Nick Petrie. His first novel, The Drifter, won the ITW Thriller and Barry Awards and was nominated for Edgar, Anthony, and Hammond Awards. The eighth book in the Peter Asch series, The Price You Pay, will be published on February sixth, so make sure to go get your copy. It was another action-pack thriller from nick who writes some of the most high-octane scenes from places and using regular everyday items. Reminds me a little bit of MacGyver, a bit lethal,

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    MTTA 195: Emily Shiner

    MTTA 195: Emily Shiner

    Emily Shiner always dreamed of becoming an author. After spending years devouring stacks of thrillers, she decided to try her hand at writing them herself. Now she gets to live out her dream of writing novels and sharing her stories with people around the world. She lives in the Appalachian Mountains and loves hiking with her husband, daughter, and their two dogs.







    Get ready to delve into a world of suspense, secrets, and psychological twists as Emily takes us behind the scenes of her thrilling novels.







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    I. IntroductionA. Speaker’s introduction and backgroundB. Episode number and podcast nameC. Guest introduction and backgroundD. Mention of website with show notes and more resources







    II. Guest’s Career PathA. Transition from banking to teaching preschoolB. Working as a house cleaner in between jobsC. Decision to try writing books and positive experience with first romance novel







    III. Overview of Guest’s BookA. Introduction of main characters and plot summaryB. Mention of different perspectives and diary entries included in the story







    IV. Writing ProcessA. Plotting process before starting to write a bookB. Giving oneself the green light to start writingC. Daily word count and time taken to finish a bookD. First pass and sending the book to an editorE. Minimal research done for writing, relying on personal experiences and connectionsF. Dependence on spouse’s knowledge of police procedures for researchG. Emphasis on the story being the most important part of the book







    V. Character DevelopmentA. Enjoyment of starting with fresh characters in each bookB. Desire to see characters from previous books in new experiencesC. Connection to characters and their motivations







    VI. Interaction with ReadersA. Responding to messages and emails from readersB. Active presence on Instagram and occasional sharing of personal activities







    VII. Utilizing Social MediaA. Focus on Instagram over FacebookB. Acknowledgment of limited knowledge in utilizing Facebook effectively







    VIII. Podcast ConclusionA. Appreciation for listeners’ supportB. Encouragement to explore the guest’s books and discover new authorsC. Promotion of website for signing up to the thrilling reads email listD. Mention of show notes and resources on the podcast websiteE. Request to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast







    IX. Writing Backstories and Character VoicesA. Preference for writing before committing to a character’s voiceB. Acknowledgment of initial changes in character voices as their identity is figured outC. Importance of making each character unique and easily identifiable







    X. Working with PublishersA. Initial self-publishing experienceB. Invitation from Incubator Books and Book CoutureC. Initial skepticism and dealing with frequent scam messagesD.

    • 29 min
    MTTA 194: Andrew Mayne

    MTTA 194: Andrew Mayne

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    Latest author interview for the podcast is with Andrew Mayne.







    Andrew Mayne is an artificial intelligence creative, educator and Wall Street Journal best selling author.







    Andrew has been nominated for the Edgar Award for his book Black Fall and the Thriller Award for Name of the Devil and The Naturalist – an Amazon Charts best-seller that spent six weeks at the number one spot for all books on Amazon. Prior to his first publishing deal, Andrew was listed by Amazon as one of the top-ten best selling indie authors of the year.







    Andrew is the founder of Interdimensional, an artificial intelligence service consultancy that helps companies deploy AI solutions. Prior to founding Interdimensional, Andrew was the Science Communicator for OpenAI and their first prompt engineer.







    At OpenAI he worked on GPT-4, ChatGPT and GPT-3, creating many of the original prompts and examples used today.







    His next thriller, NIGHT OWL, is a brand new series about a former Cold War-era counter-intelligence agent who finds himself in the fast-paced and slightly insane world of Silicon Valley. It will be published on December 1st.







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    A lot has changed in the tech world for writers and others since I last interviewed Andrew Mayne in 2020.







    In the latest episode of the podcast I had an intriguing conversation with Andrew Mayne, a bestselling thriller author, magician, inventor, and artificial intelligence expert. Throughout the episode, Mayne shares his insights on the world of AI, his experiences working with OpenAI and ChatGPT, and how he incorporates these cutting-edge technologies into his gripping thriller novels. And why he thinks AI will usher a golden era for creative typles, like writers, not the end as others fear.







    When it comes to AI and writing books, Andrew’s blog is a great resource on how these tools can be used by writers: https://andrewmayne.com/blog/







    ChatGPT (The AI tool that took the world by storm in November 2022. It’s capabilities excites and scares many!







    Andrew Mayne’s Ghost Diver (Discovery Channel special starring Andrew and the “invisible ...

    • 39 min
    Special Announcement

    Special Announcement

    Exciting News: “Meet the Thriller Author” is Back and Better Than Ever!







    It’s been a while, hasn’t it? First and foremost, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each one of you for your patience and unwavering support during our unexpected hiatus. Your messages, comments, and emails have been a beacon of encouragement, reminding me of the incredible community we’ve built together. Today, I’m thrilled to announce that “Meet the Thriller Author” is making its grand return!







    I reached out to some of the most renowned names in the thriller and mystery genres. The response has been overwhelming! Bestselling authors, known for their spine-chilling tales and intricate plots, are lined up and eager to share their stories, inspirations, and the secrets of their craft with all of you.







    Schedule







    While buzzing with excitement to bring you new episodes, I’ve paused to reconsider the podcast’s direction. Instead of the previous weekly or bi-weekly releases, I’ve chosen to post 1 to 2 episodes monthly. This decision not only guarantees richer, more insightful episodes but also safeguards my writing hours. As the sole creator of this podcast, assembling each episode demands significant time. Additionally, I’m in the midst of a new crime thriller series set to debut in 2024. Balancing the podcast with this endeavor is crucial.







    New Episode Coming Soon







    Anyway, rest assured, the wait won’t be much longer. In the coming weeks, you can expect the first returning episode with an exciting author. Make sure to subscribe to the newsletter, follow my social media channels, and, of course, keep an eye on this website for all the latest updates.

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Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
31 Ratings

31 Ratings

Sherri in NC ,

Freida McFadden was awesome!

I really enjoyed your podcast about my favorite author! She is the real deal and I have all her books!!!

Traveler4life ,

Encouraging for Writers

This is such a great podcast with superb interviews from such noteworthy thriller authors. I love that the interviews range from bestsellers to indie authors to hear how they write and market their books. If you’re an author or aspiring author, this is a must listen.

M K Preston ,

A joy to listen to

I love the way Alan Peterson mixes in questions about the author's personal life with questions about writing techniques. Getting to know an author is much more interesting this way.

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