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Rick Bleiweiss, Author of Pignon Scorbion
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03/21/22 • 65 min
Hello and welcome to another episode of The Thriller Zone, your front row seat to the best thriller & mystery writers in the world!
After spending most of his life in the entertainment business--in particular, the music biz. Rick Bleiweiss has turned his sights to writing. And with that, he's crafted a nostalgic murder/thriller called Pignon Scorbion & The Barbershop Detectives.
On today's BONUS EPISODE #54, we dive into this book that Reed Farrell Coleman says, "Holmes and Poirot, please make room for Pignon Scorbion."
If you're a fan of Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot, then you'll love getting lost in Rick's Pignon Scorbion.
This show promises to pull you in with Rick's vivid stories of a mega-successful career in the music business, and then leave you with a smile, and wanting to read this charming detective story. You'll always walk away encouraged to follow your dreams, no matter your age, or place in life.
To learn more about Rick, visit: RickBleisweiss.com
Follow him on Twitter @RickBleiweiss & on Instagram @rickbleiweissauthor.
As always, I am so very grateful for your following this podcast, and hope you're tell your friends who love thrillers and mysteries to give us a listen at TheThrillerZone.com and wherever you get your podcasts.
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See you on the next episode of The Thriller Zone!
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Aaron Philip Clark, author of Under Color Of Law
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03/31/22 • 62 min
Thriller writer, Aaron Philip Clark, has a rich history in education and law enforcement. And that, along with his passion for storytelling, comes alive in his latest thriller, UNDER COLOR OF LAW.
On today's 56th Episode of TheThrillerZone, Aaron and I dig deep into the racially-charged story about black rookie cop Trevor "Finn" Finnegan, as he aspires to become a top-ranking officer in the Los Angeles Police Department.
As he attempts to "fix" a broken department, he is soon faced with challenges he would never have dreamed of.
Join Aaron and me as we talk about this story, his life as a teacher, his past life in the police academy, and what living his dream of thriller writing looks and feels like today.
Learn more by visiting: AaronPhilipClark.com or Follow him on Twitter @_WriteMeAWorld.
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Bobby Mathews, author of Living The Gimmick
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04/18/22 • 42 min
Author Bobby Mathews works as a sports journalist by day, and by night crafts articles for publications, short stories, and novellas. More importantly, he's about to release his latest novel, LIVING THE GIMMICK.
Author S. A. Cosby calls it, “A wild and surreal trip through the subculture of old school pro wrestling.” You'll call it captivating for a young new writer.
Join Bobby and me as we talk about southern fiction, and southern food, in our Rapid Fire Questions round.
To learn more, visit: bamawriter.com, or follow him on Twitter @bamawriter.
And as always, follow us on Twitter @thethrillerzone, on ALL podcast channels, and TheThrillerZone.com
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Andrew Child, New York Times Bestselling Author of No Plan B
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10/20/22 • 99 min
Today, we celebrate an epic milestone, as we launch our 100th Episode of The Thriller Zone. Woo-Hoo! Yeah, we're stoked!
Who better to help celebrate the "Mighty 100" but the co-author of one of the most iconic thriller franchises in the world: Jack Reacher. Yes, Andrew Child and brother Lee Child have penned yet another page-turning thriller in NO PLAN B.
On today's show, we dig deep on what makes this franchise the success it is. We also learn, thanks to the free-flowing thoughts of Andrew, some of the best advice I've heard since I began this podcast.
Perhaps it's because I'm not that crazy about following rules, or the fact how I've often forged my own path, but when I heard "Ignore the rules," I knew I had a friend in Andrew Child.
Andrew, who also writes under his given name of Andrew Grant, peels back the layers on the publishing business, what it takes to create a winning franchise, what it's like to write with his older brother, Lee, and so much more.
If you enjoy (a) page-turning thrillers, from (b) authors who know how to craft stories that waste no time getting to the point, and (c) enjoy hearing the "inside scoop" on the writing business (and finding one's personal motivation), then You Are In For A Treat!
Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Watch on YouTube.com/TheThrillerZone, and of course, be sure to SUBSCRIBE both on YouTube and where you enjoy your podcasts.
Then, FOLLOW, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to TheThrillerZone.com.
Finally, THANK YOU...THANK YOU...THANK YOU for joining me and Andrew, along with all the fans who have helped make #TheTZ not only one of the most listened to podcasts about thriller fiction, but one of the fastest growing podcasts in the world!
...and BIG CHEERS to The Next 100!!
David Temple, host of The Thriller Zone
PS: Listen to the VERY end, as there's a small bonus!
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Remember when you were a young kid in school and when you did something out of the ordinary, you got a gold star for it. Pretty nice, huh? Well, achieving some sort of recognition for some of us...never actually leaves. Which is why 5-STAR Reviews for our podcast, The Thriller Zone, makes us feel like a shining example of what a good student, or accomplished athlete is like. SO, next time you’re listening to an episode of The TZ, and you’re really digging what you hear, why not consider taking 2 minutes and leaving a review. It would mean a lot.
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WC Ryan, author of The Winter Guest
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12/08/22 • 41 min
On today's 110th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm pleased to welcome W. C. Ryan, to the podcast.
William has written a historically rich mystery/thriller that not only engrosses the reader, but impressed the critics.
In fact, William has recently seen The Winter Guest place in the Top 100 Books of 2022, as voted by The Globe and Mail.
Here are several impressive blurbs I’d like to share:
Jane Casey, Sunday Times bestselling & award-winning author, calls it, "A perfectly crafted mystery—and a triumph as both crime novel and historical fiction.”
The Times London says “Guest evokes a moody, gothic atmosphere with convincing skill...”
The IRISH TIMES calls Ryan's work “superb on several levels.”
Lastly, Anna Mazzola, author of THE UNSEEING says, “Part intricate mystery and part ghost story, this book will stay with me for a long time.”
Adding my 2-cents, I say, “The Winter Guest is a haunting read that leaves this reader wanting more.”
Take the next half hour and join me as I sit down with this soft-spoken gentleman, as he shares his passion for crafting superbly written books.
Learn more: william-ryan.com. Follow on Twitter @williamryan_
Listen/Watch/Subscribe at: TheThrillerZone.com and YouTube.com/TheThrillerZone
Your Thriller Host, David Temple
The Thriller Zone promises to wrap 2024 in a BIG way...Stay Tuned! Questions? Just write us at "[email protected]"
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01/18/23 • 66 min
On today's 115th Episode of an all new season of The Thriller Zone, I'm stoked and honored to welcome New York Times Bestselling author, Brad Taylor.
I've been trying to get Brad on The TZ for a long time now, and finally our stars and paths and chicken bones all crossed and connected. And just in the nick of time, as his latest military-flavored thriller, The Devil's Ransom, drops on Tuesday, January 24th.
What perfect timing, right? Brad helps me (a) Kick off a New Year, (b) he officially launches our 4th Season, and (c) we get to compare notes on BBQ, Best Beaches in the country, Texas vs South Carolina (in the fight for Southern Supremacy-ish), and (d) we get the INSIDE SCOOP on where he gets some of the nicknames of his NYT bestselling series.
If you'd like to pre-order a copy today, I'll provide a link at the bottom of this page. And trust me, if you're a PIKE LOGAN fan (his lead guy), you'll snatch this puppy up in a blink!
If you're not familiar with Brad, here's bit of nifty background: Brad Taylor was born on Okinawa, Japan, but grew up on 40-acres in rural Texas. Graduating from the University of Texas, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army Infantry, where he served for more than 21 years, retiring as a Special Forces Lieutenant Colonel. During his service, he held numerous Infantry and Special Forces positions, including eight years in 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment – Delta, where he commanded multiple troops and a squadron. Finally, he has conducted operations in support of US national interests in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other classified locations.
Now, just a few things you will hear in the show that I think it's worth noting for future, deeper consideration. Several of them are as follows:
Charleston, South Carolina is a mighty fine city. And worth visiting if you ever get a chance.
Folly Beach is quite possibly one of the nicest beaches on the East Coast.
Mount Pleasant is just as its name states: a pleasant place to live (although there are no mountains in the area).
Lewis Barbecue is one helluva restaurant. It's Texas style, and created by the owner, founder, and master of BBQ, John Lewis. John never cuts corners, unless you’re talking about burnt ends of, course. The pit master’s cult-like following can be attributed to his unerring dedication to barbecue, from welding his own custom-designed smokers to waking up at 4 a.m. to tend to the fire, he takes his meat seriously. Barbecue enthusiasts have flocked to his pits for years, waiting in long lines to get a taste of his expertly smoked pork spareribs, beef ribs, “Texas hot guts” sausage, oxtail, and his legendary beef brisket.
You can stop in and enjoy (but forget reservations) here: 464 N Nassau St, Charleston, SC 29403. Call ahead to see if they have a spot: +1 843 805 9500, but go anyway.
Also, if you're an aspiring writer like me, or a seasoned professional like Brad T, you need a rock-solid, -kicking, and super- website. As you'll hear in the show, we're both fans of the dudes & gals over at Authorbytes.com who built, manage and support our sites.
Brad's is: BradTaylorBooks.com. Mine is: DavidTempleBooks.com. You can follow BT on Twitter @bradtaylorbooks and DT @thethrillerzone
Lastly, if you want to buy Brad's THE DEVILS RANSOM, CLICK HERE. I don't get anything from this, I just believe in his talents.
Perhaps in the (near) future, Amazon will bless me with some kind commissions, but they will NEVER come out of YOUR pocket. So there!
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The Thriller Zone Bouchercon 23 Replay
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01/15/24 • 71 min
Yes, although this is THE BRAND NEW SEASON SIX, kicking off 2024, we are offering this BOUCHERCON REPLAY which was recorded at The Bouchercon Convention in San Diego last summer.
Some are legends, while others are 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.
Please welcome my guests: @JackCarrUSA - @ChrisHauty - @isberryauthor - @ArmandoCorrea - @heykatyhays & @CEMcKenzie1, along with Special Thanks to David Brown @AtriaMysteryBus (all X/Twitter handles).
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 THIS REPLAY of BOUCHERCON 23 from last Summer, as you enjoy some conversation about books, thrillers and more, on an episode that will entertain, educate, and hopefully inspire you to write your best work.
To learn more, visit our website at: TheThrillerZone.com, follow us at YouTube.com/thethrillerzone, and if you'd like to reach out, we're at thethrillerzone at gmail.
Cheers, David Temple, host of The Thriller Zone.
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Terry Hayes
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02/05/24 • 65 min
On today's 166th episode of The Thriller Zone, as we launch February here in Season SIX, we're thrilled to welcome New York Times Bestselling Author Terry Hayes, the author of the epic novel I AM PILGRIM.
In this conversation, host David Temple interviews Terry Hayes about his book 'The Year of the Locust' as well as many of his upcoming projects. The conversation begins with a warm welcome and introduction, then dives into a discussion about Terry's new book, as David expresses his admiration for it.
Terry continues by sharing insights into the writing process and the inspiration behind the book, while also touching upon Terry's excitement and nervousness about the anticipation of the new book from his fans.
David and Terry concludes this engaging conversation with a question about Terry's personal preferences in writing, as well as signing off with David's signature "Best Writing Advice" for aspiring actors.
All in, it's a wonderful discussion with a true legend in Hollywood. As Terry says, when asked about the lack of a website and any social media presence, he says, "The best way to learn more about me...is to buy my books; that's where my true heart lies."
Buy The Year Of The Locust wherever you buy your books.
To learn more, to follow along, and to subscribe to, visit: TheThrillerZone.com and YouTube.com/@thethrillerzone/videos. You can also FOLLOW us on X & Instagram @thethrillerzone
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:17 Discussion about the Book
02:31 Upcoming Projects
03:52 Personal Preferences in Writing
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05/20/24 • 54 min
On today's 181st episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple interviews New York Times Bestselling author Eric Rickstad about his book "Lilith."
Lilith explores the theme of school shootings and the emotional impact on the victims and their families. Mr. Rickstad discusses his background as a writer and the influences that shaped his storytelling style. He also shares his thoughts on writing series versus standalone novels and the challenges of addressing previous events in a series.
The conversation delves into the inspiration behind Lilith and the societal issues it addresses, including gun violence and the politicization of tragedies.
In this episode, Temple talks to Eric about the themes of gun violence, mental health, and the role of women in society. Rickstad explains how the character of Lilith, the first wife of Adam, serves as a metaphor for women's struggle for autonomy and the myth of violence in America.
Rickstad wraps by sharing his writing advice, emphasizing the importance of consistency and trusting the creative process.
To order your copy of Lilith, and to learn more about Rick, visit: Rickstad.com
As always, be sure to join The Thriller Zone Podcast via our website: TheThrillerZone.com, FOLLOW us on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook @thethrillerzone. You can also listen to the podcast on ALL Podcast Channels, as well as watch the show on YouTube.com/thethrillerzone
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Eric Bishop Thriller Author of The Body Man
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11/12/21 • 44 min
On today's show I have the pleasure and honor of welcoming a super talent to the show. He's also a great guy and a new friend.
Eric Bishop is a debut author with a debut hit called THE BODY MAN.
There's a lot to cover, plus plenty of silly fun, so let's get to it.
Time to get in The Thriller Zone.
Learn more: EricpBishop.com and TheThrillerZone.com
The Thriller Zone promises to wrap 2024 in a BIG way...Stay Tuned! Questions? Just write us at "[email protected]"
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How many episodes does The Thriller Zone have?
The Thriller Zone currently has 230 episodes available.
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The podcast is about Podcasts, Books, Arts and Tv & Film.
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The average episode length on The Thriller Zone is 59 minutes.
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The first episode of The Thriller Zone was released on Jun 17, 2021.
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