The Thriller Pitch Podcast

Cam Torrens is a retired Air Force C-130 pilot, active search and rescue volunteer, and author of Havoc, book five in the Tyler Zan series. His first two books never got picked up. His third did. Then he went back and got the first one published as a prequel. Every book in the series starts with a real SAR mission or a real location where one happened. In this episode we talk about the dual timeline that saved Havoc, the duty vs. family conflict at the heart of the book, and why if you've published your first or second book you should already be writing your third. Cam Torrens book Havoc: Buy on Amazon Follow Cam online: https://camtorrens.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Mark's Thrillers Psychological tech thrillers from your host, including The Treatment Room: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markpjnadon_thrillerauthor/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

What does it actually mean to write what you know? For Mark P.J. Nadon, it meant embedding the parts of himself he doesn't talk about into the characters at the heart of his new psychological tech thriller, The Treatment Room. In this episode, TD Severin, author of the award-winning medical thriller Deadly Vision, takes over the show to interview Mark on launch day about the craft, the characters, and the personal experiences that shaped the book. They dig into writing two POVs that sound nothing alike, why the second half of every book throws out the outline, how to write trauma without tipping into melodrama, and what it feels like to release a book that has pieces of yourself in it. Mark P.J. Nadon's book The Treatment Room: https://mybook.to/thetreatmentroom Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Mark's Thrillers Psychological tech thrillers from your host, including The Treatment Room: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markpjnadon_thrillerauthor/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon  

A phone call dropped Luke Richardson into a story he couldn’t ignore. An ancient manuscript lost for thousands of years. A British Museum dig in Lebanon. An archaeologist who faked his own death to smuggle out clay tablets. That call became The Ark Files, the first book in his eight-book Eden Black archaeological thriller series. We get into how that real story shaped the novel, how he turns setting into part of the action instead of slowing it down, and what it actually took to walk away from teaching and write thrillers full time. Luke Richardson's book The Ark Files: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2PS8NC6 Follow Luke online: https://www.lukerichardsonauthor.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Mark's Thrillers Psychological tech thrillers from your host, including The Treatment Room: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markpjnadon_thrillerauthor/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

James Rosenberg is a Pittsburgh attorney and author of the Verdicts and Vindication series, legal thrillers pulled directly from cases he has handled. Unclean Hands is based on the most nerve-wracking trial of his career: defending the store employees who accidentally killed a man they were detaining for shoplifting. We get into how he builds thriller pacing around a full courtroom proceeding, why a case with no clear right answer makes for the most compelling fiction, the pressure that eats at trial lawyers even when the cameras aren't rolling, and how real people from the actual trial ended up fictionalized in the book. James Rosenberg's book Unclean Hands: https://a.co/d/0fjOwMzd Follow James online: https://jamesrosenberglegalthrillers.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Mark's Thrillers Psychological tech thrillers from your host, including The Treatment Room: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markpjnadon_thrillerauthor/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

Robert Adamcik is a Navy veteran and defense contractor who writes spy thrillers populated with real people, coworkers, shipmates, and friends, by name and by personality. We talk about his Martini Squad series and the second book The Wave Force Affair, how he approaches getting permission before putting someone in a novel, and what happens when a character based on a real colleague doesn't make it out alive. If you write fiction and have ever wondered how far you can take real people and real experiences in your storytelling, this is a conversation worth hearing. Robert Adamcik's book The WaveForce Affair: https://a.co/d/0cEQQN9T Follow Robert online: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552185593381 Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including his psychological tech thriller, The Treatment Room: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markpjnadon_thrillerauthor/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

What do you do when your characters are trapped at 30,000 feet with nowhere to go? Susan Walter wrote a locked room murder mystery on a plane and had to figure out how to keep it moving when everyone is literally buckled in. In this episode we talk about her writing process, how she went from screenwriter and movie director to bestselling novelist, her brilliant character naming tricks taken from Hollywood, and the lesson her dad taught her about never taking no for an answer that has shaped her entire career. Susan Walter's book Murder at 30,000 Feet: https://a.co/d/04tyglhl Follow Susan online: https://www.susanwalterwriter.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including his psychological action tech thriller, The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markpjnadon_thrillerauthor/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

35-book veteran Brian Drake joins Mark P.J. Nadon to reveal a brutal industry truth: If you aren't publishing fast, the algorithm will forget you. In this episode, we deconstruct how Brian maintains a prolific pace and why he uses a manual typewriter for his first draft.   Inside the Episode: The 90-Day Churn: The modern algorithm requires high-volume production to stay visible to readers. The Typewriter Strategy: How Brian uses a manual typewriter to write his first draft Character Mastery: Moving past "flat" characters to create stakes that actually make readers care. Technical Research: How Brian researched nuclear security for The Murder Mind. Featured Book: The Murder Mind (Sam Raven Book 11). Brian Drake's book The Murder Mind: https://a.co/d/8nPvNqG Follow Brian Drake online: https://briandrakebooks.com/about/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including his psychological action tech thriller, The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markpjnadon_thrillerauthor/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

J.L. Hancock joins me to talk about The Hawk Enigma and how his past work with special operations informed the technical foundation of the story, without letting detail take over. We discuss how he approached researching the technology, how he decided what information belonged on the page, and why clarity for the reader mattered more than explaining everything he knew. J.L. Hancock's book The Hawk Enigma: https://a.co/d/aImbPJx Follow J.L. Hancock online: https://jlhancock.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including his psychological action tech thriller, The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, I talk with Joel Nedecky, author of The Broken Detective, about the craft choices behind his debut crime novel. We discuss building a story around a private investigator who knows he’s going to prison, writing character before plot, and allowing questions of addiction, family, and consequence to emerge during revision. This conversation focuses on perspective, process, and writing crime fiction without easy redemption. Joel Nedecky's book The Broken Detective: https://a.co/d/atzlbSo Follow Joel Nedecky online: https://jnedecky.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including his psychological action tech thriller, The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

To kick off Season Two of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, host Mark P.J. Nadon shares ten lessons he learned in 2025 after reading more than 45 thriller novels and interviewing 27 thriller authors. In this bonus episode, Mark reflects on the patterns that came up again and again across conversations with writers, including the importance of support networks, consistency, flexibility in the writing process, letting go of book one, embracing imperfect first drafts, and why relying on luck is not a sustainable strategy. The episode also outlines a few changes coming in Season Two, including a new biweekly release schedule and the addition of a clearly marked spoiler-full section at the end of future interviews. This episode is for writers thinking long-term about their craft and what it really takes to keep writing thrillers over time. Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including his psychological action tech thriller, The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, I’m joined by Westley Smith, author of They Came at Night, to talk about blending psychological thriller and action, and how lived experience shaped the emotional core of the novel. We talk about writing characters shaped by trauma, balancing tension with restraint, and why some stories aren’t built from research alone. Westley shares how personal loss influenced his approach to story, and what he hopes readers carry with them after the final page. This conversation explores endurance, resilience, and the ways dark fiction can become a form of processing rather than escape. Westley Smith's book They Came At Night: https://a.co/d/aGFreg3 Follow Westley Smith online: https://westleysmithbooks.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including his psychological action tech thriller, The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, I’m joined by Karen E. Osborne to talk about how she builds characters from real life and structures stories across dual timelines. We discuss Justice for Emerson, how observing people in everyday moments helps her capture physical detail and voice, and the way characters become so real to her that she rarely loses track of who they are. Karen also talks about writing across timelines without losing clarity, and how personal history and lived experience quietly shape the emotional core of a story. This conversation focuses on character, structure, and the small, human details that make fiction feel alive. Karen E Osborne's book Justice for Emerson: https://a.co/d/9P7NHXj Follow Karen E. Osborne online: https://www.kareneosborne.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including his psychological action tech thriller, The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, I’m joined by Adam Roach, author of The Ritualist. Adam talks about how a 100-word flash fiction piece he wrote for a horror contest became the starting point for his thriller series. We discuss the original flash fiction, what judges said about expanding it, and how that idea eventually became a full-length novel. Adam also talks about writing scenes by visualizing them like a movie, how his approach to outlining changes depending on the project, and why he doesn’t focus heavily on detailed police procedural research. The conversation also touches on writing villains, long-running antagonists, and how Adam thinks about continuing a story across multiple books. Adam Roach's book The Ritualist: https://a.co/d/2hovKOO Follow Adam Roach online: https://www.adamroachbooks.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including his psychological action tech thriller, The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

What happens when a real encounter sparks the opening of a psychological thriller? In this episode, USA Today bestselling author Melissa F. Miller explains how she built Cut Off from Sky and Earth around memory, trauma, and the dangerous weight of past relationships. We get into how she blended the feel of a fairy tale with a tense, grounded narrative, why she stepped away from legal thrillers for this story, and how she writes three POVs without outlining. With more than fifty books behind her, Melissa shares the instincts she trusts, the tension she chases, and the character choices that shaped this novel. If you’re writing psychological suspense or juggling multiple POVs, this episode is packed with takeaways. Melissa F. Miller's book Cut Off From Sky and Earth: https://a.co/d/c5VEcU6 Follow Melissa F. Miller online: https://melissafmiller.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including his psychological action tech thriller, The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

In this episode, international best-selling author Andrew Warren, joins me to talk about how he created White Tiger — a villain who’s as tactically intelligent as he is physically dangerous. We dig into writing action that’s fast but clear, how to use strategy to shape a fight scene, and why a smart antagonist raises every aspect of a thriller. Andrew also talks about returning to the Thomas Caine world for Book Six, keeping a long-running series fresh, and the choices that help each story feel different without losing what readers love. If you’re writing thrillers or looking for a deeper look at how villains and action scenes work together, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.   Andrew Warren's book White Tiger: https://a.co/d/j6QRo5f Follow Andrew Warren online: https://andrewwarrenbooks.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including his psychological action tech thriller, The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

Jo Loveday joins me to discuss Campus of Shadows, a psychological horror thriller that follows a vulnerable mind as it begins to break. We talk about crafting a believable mental decline, how Jo’s nursing and psychiatric training informed Dave’s deterioration, and why portraying addiction felt personal. Jo also opens up about living with dyscalculia and how it helped shape Dave’s character, the challenge of writing from a male POV, and the ten-year journey of learning story structure, rewriting, and cutting entire early chapters to sharpen the emotional core of the book. It’s a thoughtful conversation about identity, vulnerability, and writing psychological darkness with care and realism. Jo Loveday's book: https://a.co/d/gAgs2Al Follow Jo Loveday online: https://joloveday.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including his psychological action tech thriller, The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

How do you build a high-stakes thriller without losing sight of character? In this episode, Mark Philbin joins me to talk about Kill Them All, a plot-driven thriller built around a twelve-city murder spree and a protagonist who sees patterns others miss. We discuss where the idea began, how he shaped the “12 victims in 12 months” structure, and why grounding a twisty plot in character growth matters just as much as pacing. Mark shares how his radio background shaped his writing style, how he created a team of distinct FBI agents, and why trusting your outline — and your voice — is essential when you’re trying to stand out in a crowded thriller market. If you’re interested in building tense plots, crafting characters with agency, or simply love hearing authors break down their creative decisions, this conversation is a great one. Mark Philbin's book: https://a.co/d/gayzNd0 Follow Mark Philbin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mphilbinwriter/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels including the Armageddon Descendants trilogy bundle: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

What makes a friendship unravel, and how do you show every side of it on the page? In this episode, author M.M. Deluca joins me to talk about The Divorce Party, a psychological thriller set in Las Vegas that explores secrets, tension, and the fragile balance between loyalty and betrayal. We talk about writing from multiple perspectives, shaping believable relationships between flawed friends, and grounding suspense in realism drawn from real life. For thriller writers, this conversation offers insight into how story structure and character perspective can heighten emotional tension, while readers get an inside look at what drives M.M. Deluca’s storytelling. M.M. Deluca's book: https://a.co/d/c2u4aSn Follow M.M. Deluca on her website: https://www.marjoriedeluca.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

How do you write action that feels real without losing your voice as a storyteller? In this episode, author T.R. Hendricks joins me to talk about The Instructor, a military thriller shaped by his experience in the army. We discuss how real-world training translates to believable fiction, the discipline it takes to finish a manuscript, and how sixty rejections became part of his journey to publication. For writers chasing authenticity and perseverance in their craft, this episode is a masterclass in turning experience into story. T.R. Hendrick's book: https://trhendricksauthor.com/books/the-infiltrator/ Follow T.R. Hendricks on his website: https://trhendricksauthor.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get early access to episodes, bonus after-show segments with guests, and my free novella Cognitive Breach. You’ll also be able to support the show and help me keep bringing on great thriller authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

How do you write 5,000 words a day and still love what you do? In this episode, author Maria Frankland joins me to talk about I Don’t Like Mondays, a psychological thriller that began with a single thought on a crowded Yorkshire train platform: what if someone was pushed in front of the train? Maria shares how that moment became her 22nd novel, how she built a full-time writing career, and the discipline that keeps her moving forward. We talk about creative routines, lingering self-doubt, and the determination it takes to turn writing into a life. Maria Frankland's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/8nwHk41 Follow Maria on her website: https://mariafrankland.co.uk/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get my free novella Cognitive Breach, bonus stories from guests, early access to episodes, and the chance to submit your own questions for future authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus question not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page: • https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

What happens when a horror-thriller author refuses to rewrite? In this episode, Thomas Stewart joins host Mark P.J. Nadon to discuss his novel Allison’s Tears, a ghost story written in just three months — every sentence deliberate, every emotion intentional. They talk about writing through instinct, finding empathy in fear, and why giving villains depth makes them even more terrifying. The Thriller Pitch Podcast  is where bestselling, award-winning, and emerging authors share the craft, emotion, and real-world experiences behind today’s most gripping stories. Thomas Stewart's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/enasjBL Follow Thomas on his website: https://www.corpsechildssanctuary.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get my free novella Cognitive Breach, bonus stories from guests, early access to episodes, and the chance to submit your own questions for future authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus question not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon  

Author Melissa Roos joins me to talk about Tennessee Wishes — a romantic-suspense set in Nashville where a dream, a spark, and a shadowy crime wave collide. We get into how she writes from instinct as a self-described pantser, why the opening took several passes to finally “click,” how beta feedback shaped the book, and the choices behind a grumpy, coffee-fueled detective and a memorable K-9 who feels like a character of his own. We also touch on grounding the story in real places (Broadway, honky-tonks, a concrete silo), giving every character emotional weight (including Dorothea), and keeping the tension rising in short, fast chapters. If you like hearing how a story finds its shape through emotion, place, and revision, this one’s for you. Melissa Roos' book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9X6cIJZ Follow Melissa on her website: https://www.melissaroosauthor.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get my free novella Cognitive Breach, bonus stories from guests, early access to episodes, and the chance to submit your own questions for future authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus question not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page: • https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

Spy Girls is a gripping spy thriller with assassins, pursuit and resilience. A CIA action officer is released from prison. A Chief Justice is murdered, and the Law Society is scrutinizing Jade Thyme’s conduct. Jade’s life can’t get much worse until she is coerced into finding an elusive double agent. Tangled in lies and political agendas, high speed chases and sticky bombs, can Jade outplay a dangerous Russian assassin before her own life is terminated? In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Joanna Vander Vlugt and I talk about how real cases in British Columbia and news events inspired Spy Girls, why she set the story in Canada, and how her background in the prosecutor’s office helped her get the details right. She explains using both first- and third-person narration, the challenges of writing dark scenes, and how an unexpected exchange with a former CIA operative shaped parts of her book. Joanna's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/99PmcSc Follow Joanna on her website: https://www.joannavandervlugt.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get my free novella Cognitive Breach, bonus stories from guests, early access to episodes, and the chance to submit your own questions for future authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus question not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page: • https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

Caribbean Harvest is a high-stakes international thriller about drugs, politics, and pursuit. When El Chapo sets his sights on Cuba as the next hub for his empire, Wolf and Parker must use their mix of military and law enforcement skills to stop him before the island becomes another Afghanistan. With Mexican law enforcement, the U.S. president, and ruthless cartel forces all in play, the chase becomes a deadly game of cat and mouse. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Steve Stratton and I talk about pacing Lance’s growth across the Shadow Tier series, why Cuba makes such a volatile backdrop for Caribbean Harvest, and how his own military and government experience shapes the authenticity of his thrillers. Steve Stratton's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9G6OPLr Follow Steve Stratton on his website: https://www.stevenstrattonusa.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get my free novella Cognitive Breach, bonus stories from guests, early access to episodes, and the chance to submit your own questions for future authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus question not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page: • https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

Cartel Hunter is a vigilante justice thriller about family, morality, and survival. When Air Force pararescueman Jason Mulder returns home after his brother’s murder, he’s forced to confront a ruthless cartel hiding in Arizona’s vast pine forests. With training, grit, and unlikely allies, Jason takes the fight to those who threaten his family, but always on his own moral terms. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Robert Goluba and I talk about why he chose a pararescueman instead of a Navy SEAL or Green Beret, how Arizona’s rugged terrain inspired the setting, the research and training that shaped Jason’s skills, and the balance between realism, morality, and high-stakes action in the Jason Mulder series. Robert Goluba's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/7QJ7Jrm Follow Robert Goluba on his website: https://robertgoluba.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get my free novella Cognitive Breach, bonus stories from guests, early access to episodes, and the chance to submit your own questions for future authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus question not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page: • https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

Blunt Force is a high-octane action thriller about espionage, betrayal, and survival. When investigative journalists expose corruption on a global scale, the Trigger Man, Mark Pierce, is tasked with protecting them from elite kill teams sent by Syrian and Russian intelligence. From Spain to Luxembourg to Iceland’s frozen wilderness, Pierce battles assassins and uncovers a conspiracy that strikes closer to home than he ever imagined. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Aiden Bailey and I talk about the real-world experiences that shaped the Trigger Man series, how he balances relentless action with character depth, and the global settings that bring his thrillers to life. Aiden Bailey's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/duviZ4e Follow Aiden Bailey on his website: https://aidenlbailey.wordpress.com/ Join the After Show on Patreon and get my free novella Cognitive Breach, bonus stories from guests, early access to episodes, and the chance to submit your own questions for future authors. https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus question not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page: • https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

Every Fall is a chilling psychological thriller about police culture, family trauma, and the thin line between reality and haunting. After tragedy strikes on the job, Jake’s spiral of guilt and grief leaves Bree isolated and haunted in her own home. To protect her children, she must face the one person she thought would always keep them safe. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Angela Douglas and I talk about the messy beginnings of creating Every Fall, the research that went into its creation, and she shares great advice for future authors. Angela Douglas' book on Amazon https://a.co/d/h2bCoZf Follow Angela Douglas on her website https://www.angeladouglasbooks.com/ Support the show on Patreon and get my free novella Cognitive Breach, plus bonus stories from guests, early access to episodes, and even the chance to submit your own questions for future authors https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus questions not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page: • https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

The Award winning novel Deadly Vision is a medical thriller about Dr. Taylor Abrahms, a pioneer in medical virtual reality whose groundbreaking Virtual Heart Project becomes the target of political sabotage, scientific rivalry, and murder as a presidential election looms. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, T.D. Severin and I talk about how the idea first came to him in 1994 while researching the possibilities of medical virtual reality, the thirty-year journey of rewriting the novel from its earliest draft, the balance between outlining and discovery writing, and how characters like Malcolm and Helen came to life during the revision process. T.D. Severin's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/440RDnJ Follow T.D. Severin on his website: https://tdseverin.com/ Support the show & get a free novella Cognitive Breach by Mark, plus free novellas and art from some guests: • Join the Patreon → https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novels: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus questions not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page: • https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

The Devil’s Eye is an adventure thriller about a lost alchemist’s notebook that surfaces at a London auction and sparks a high-stakes race across Europe. CIA operatives Ridley Samaras and Booker Douglas must decipher its codes and track down a mystical relic before a ruthless billionaire uses it to seize ultimate power. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Ox Devere and I talk about how the story was inspired by real-world figures like Jeffrey Epstein, the meticulous research behind the European settings, the challenges of writing both heroes and despicable villains, and why some characters felt like her “spirit animal” on the page. Ox Devere's book on Amazon:  https://a.co/d/04pO4Bp Follow Ox Devere on her website: https://www.oxdevere.com/ Support the show & get a free novella Cognitive Breach by Mark, plus free novellas and art from some guests: • Join the Patreon → https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novel The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus questions not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page: • https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

Power Surge is a vigilante thriller about CC Crane, a 52-year-old ad executive who targets sexual predators, only to draw the attention of a violent male-supremacist group that threatens her daughter and her own survival. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, Lizzie and I talk about how the story idea grew out of a male-supremacist hate group targeting her daughter’s work, the different characters and why she chose multiple viewpoints, and the research that shaped the novel. Lizzie Qnert's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9A9mnoA Follow Lizzie on her website: https://lizzieqnert.com/ Support the show & get a free novella by Mark, plus stories and art from some guests: • Join the Patreon → https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novel Monsoon Rendezvous: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus questions not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

The Dollhouse is a dark psychological thriller about siblings Angel and Bud, captives in a place where a madman’s cruel games decide who lives and who dies. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, author Sara Ennis shares the inspiration behind The Dollhouse and its connection to an Idaho abduction, her lifelong love of storytelling, and how she comes up with her plot ideas. Sara Ennis' book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/8RZNXVw Follow Sara on her website: https://www.justcallmesara.com/ Support the show & get a free novella by Mark, plus stories and art from some guests: • Join the Patreon → https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novel The Genesis Project: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus questions not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

Inside Outside is a tense domestic thriller about two women—Leslie and Selena—trapped by secrets, obligation, and the pressure to appear fine when nothing really is. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, author Fay Arcand talks about the her experience with the muse and how it shaped this novel, the joy of writing by the seat of your pants, and her background in criminal justice. Faye Arcand's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/bPpUE48 Follow Faye on her website: https://fayearcand.com/ Support the show & get a free novella by Mark, plus stories and art from some guests: • Join the Patreon → https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Today's Sponsor Mark P.J. Nadon's novella Monsoon Rendezvous: https://mybook.to/marksthrillers Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus questions not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

Metal Spies is a fast-moving action-thriller about a conman fronting a metal band—and getting blackmailed into stopping a billionaire’s plot against the U.S. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, author Cole Chase talks about where the idea came from, how his tech background influences his storytelling, and some of the research involved in his books. We talk about: - His daughters influence on the idea behind a metal band heist crew - His life experience that shaped his novel and the research he did to bring it to life - His writing process for Metal Spies Cole Chase's book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/8s35HCr Follow Cole on his website: https://colechase.media/ Support the show & get a free novella by Mark, plus stories and art from some guests: • Join the Patreon → https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Authors: Want to be a guest? Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus questions not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

The Cemetery Spot is a psychological thriller about two sisters bound by blood—and a secret that could destroy them both. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, author Jenna Moquin shares how the story took shape from a NaNoWriMo draft, why she chose to center it on two sisters, and how she tightened the plot by cutting scenes that slowed the pace. We talk about: Writing sibling dynamics inspired by real life Taking a story from NaNoWriMo to a full novel What she chose to cut to keep the story sharp Why writing the next book matters most Check out Jenna's books: https://jennamoquin.com/ Support the show & get a free novella by Mark, plus stories and art from some guests: • Join the Patreon → https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Authors: Want to be a guest? • Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus questions not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

Tokyo Black is an action thriller about a betrayed CIA operative forced into a dangerous new mission in Japan. In this episode of The Thriller Pitch Podcast, international bestselling author Andrew Warren shares the inspiration behind Thomas Caine, how he explored Tokyo virtually and on foot to build the setting, and the surprising bit of pop culture that sparked a key plot device. We talk about: The spark that led to writing Tokyo Black Visiting and virtually researching Japanese locations What sets Caine apart from typical spy heroes A unique virtual character that influenced the story Check out Andrew's books: https://andrewwarrenbooks.com/ Follow Andrew on his Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Andrew-Warren/author/B01EOBZH7Q?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025876&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=24173e92-2fe7-4865-88b6-550de6a211a7 Support the show & get a free novella by Mark, plus stories and art from some guests: • Join the Patreon → https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Authors: Want to be a guest? • Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus questions not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon

Welcome to The Thriller Pitch Podcast, where thriller authors pitch their stories and we dig into the why behind the words. Each episode starts with a sharp, compelling pitch from a thriller author, followed by a relaxed conversation about the characters, themes, and what inspired the book. It’s fast, honest, and designed to help readers find their next great read. Support the show & get a free novella by Mark, plus stories and art from some guests: • Join the Patreon → https://patreon.com/markpjnadon Authors: Want to be a guest? • Apply here → https://markpjnadon.ca/the-thriller-pitch-podcast Bonus questions not shared anywhere else: • Subscribe to the newsletter → https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/1441401/156148451269150067/share Explore thrillers by Mark P.J. Nadon: • https://markpjnadon.ca/novels/ Follow Mark on his Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Mark-PJ-Nadon/author/B0D572CK4Y?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1753025997&sr=1-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=229df4e7-ebe3-47d8-b0dd-0a03704db684 Follow on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markpjnadon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mark_pj_nadon/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mark_pj_nadon