Welcome to the latest episode of The Thriller Zone with special guest, Christopher "Chris" Reich. In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Chris Reich, a renowned author known for his thrilling novels. The host, David, engages in a captivating conversation with Chris, exploring his journey as a writer and the inspiration behind his successful series and standalone novels. Chris shares insights into his writing process, revealing how he transitioned from a corporate career to pursue his passion for writing. He discusses the challenges and triumphs he faced along the way, highlighting the ..read more

On today's 176th episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple interviews Brian Andrews and Jeff Wilson, the authors of the book 'Four Minutes.' The conversation starts with some lighthearted banter having to do with "silly hats,' but soon delves into the authors' busy writing schedule and their upcoming projects. A highlight comes when they share their collaboration with Tom Clancy's estate and the research they conducted with the US Navy for their Clancy novels. The authors also explain the concept behind their latest military thriller, Four Minutes, which involves a special operations tea ..read more

On today’s 175th Episode of The Thriller Zone, now in our 6th Season, we’re happy to invite Don Winslow into our home for a face-to-face interview that, as you’ll quickly notice, is truly a one of a kind opportunity for this host, and for you as an audience member. Don, as you may know, is a renowned thriller writer who has decades of experience as a seasoned writer, creating one hit after another. Today, Don discusses his journey as an author and the challenges he faced in the publishing industry.  Despite initial rejections and being labeled a cult writer, Winslow persevered and event ..read more

The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Learn more at: BlackstonePublishing.com I’m your host David Temple and welcome to Your Front Row Seat to The Best Thriller Writers in the World! On today’s 174th episode of The Thriller Zone Podcast, we welcome #1 New York Times Bestselling Author LISA GARDNER where, among other things, she’s discuss her illustrious career as a thriller writer, and the inspiration behind her book 'Still See You Everywhere.'  Lisa will share her evolution from writing romantic suspense to full-on thrillers plus the vital importance of c ..read more

The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Learn more at: BlackstonePublishing.com On today’s 173rd episode of The Thriller Zone, now in our Sixth Season, JACK BEAUMONT, former spy turned author, discusses his world of experiences and how they have influenced his writing.  Jack shares insights as we dive deep into the world of espionage, his creation of false identities, and perhaps most significantly, the deep psychological toll being a spy can have on a person.  Our discussion covers not only his two smash hits, which include The Frenchman and Dark Aren ..read more

The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Learn more at: BlackstonePublishing.com Welcome to The Thriller Zone, I’m your host David Temple. On the TZ we explore the thrilling world of fiction crafted by today's most compelling authors. On today’s 172nd episode, we delve into the thrilling universe of C.J. Box, the mastermind behind unforgettable tales of the American West. From the rugged landscapes of Wyoming to the intricate webs of mystery and suspense, C.J. Box's novels captivate readers with their vivid characters and gripping plots. Join me as we journey throu ..read more

The Thriller Zone welcomes BLACKSTONE PUBLISHING as our new sponsor. Learn more at: BlackstonePublishing.com On today's 171st episode of The Thriller Zone, New York Times Bestselling author Mark Greaney discusses his latest book, The Chaos Agent. As Mark and I catch up, we reminisce about our previous interactions, as he explains his decision to incorporate the slow burn and tension in his latest thriller that allows readers to delve deeper into the protagonist's character. We also delve into the topic of artificial intelligence (AI) and its influence on the story, as Greaney expresses his co ..read more

On today's 170th episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple and Nick Petrie discuss various topics related to Nick's book 'The Price You Pay'. They talk about personal updates, then delve into the opening scene of the book and the significance of the epigraph. They also explore the characters of Lewis and June Cassidy and the inspiration behind Peter Ash and the theme of PTSD. The conversation touches on writing style, emotional depth, and the possibility of writing romance. They conclude with a discussion on writing standalone novels, touch on unhealthy eating habits, the importance of r ..read more

On today's 169th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm happy to introduce you to New York Times Bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz. If you're an Orphan X fan, you're going to join our deep dive in that series. Gregg shares insights into crafting a successful series and the journey of writing a long-running character. The conversation also delves into the role of artificial intelligence in the creative arena and the importance of community in storytelling. Hurwitz highlights the differences between novel and screenplay writing and provides an elevator pitch for his latest book, 'Lone Wolf.' Our conve ..read more

On today’s 168th episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple interviews James Grady, a renowned crime writer, and author of the classic spy thriller, Six Days of the Condor. James discusses his writing journey and the inspiration behind his latest book, The Smoke in Our Eyes, a book that’s available now. He also shares insights into the transition from writing novels to screenwriting, plus the invaluable lessons he learned from working with one of Hollywood’s most prolific television writers, Stephen J. Cannell.  Temple and Grady reflect on the power of storytelling and the techniqu ..read more