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Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer Crafting a Mother Daughter Relationship in a ThrillerThis week, Sabrina Thatcher talks with Elle Marr about her latest book, 'The Lie She Wears,' and the intricate themes of family dynamics, particularly the mother-daughter relationship. She shares insights into her writing process, the importance of authenticity, and how personal experiences shape her narratives. Marr emphasizes the emotional impact of storytelling and the challenges of writing while balancing family life. She also offers valuable advice for aspiring writers, highlighting the significance of passion and research in crafting compelling stories.

2025-12-0459 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer Crafting a Mystery Thriller as a Father-Son Duo with J.J. ViertelIn this episode of Slaying the Craft, host Sabrina Thatcher interviews the father-son writing duo Jack and Josh Viertel about their debut thriller, The Glass Eel. They discuss the inspiration behind the book, the unique narrative techniques they employed, and the importance of incorporating indigenous perspectives. The conversation also delves into their collaborative writing process, the themes they hope to convey to readers, and the challenges of writing a novel compared to theater. The duo shares valuable insights and advice for aspiring writers, emphasizing the importance of rewriting and the creative process.

2025-11-2853 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer Crafting Emotional Horror with Christina HenryIn this episode, Sabrina Thatcher interviews horror and dark-fantasy author Christina Henry about her newest novel The Place Where They Buried Your Heart. Henry unpacks the book’s haunting premise—a sentient house that literally consumes children—and explores themes of grief, guilt, motherhood, community, and the evolution of a girl who carries a childhood mistake for the rest of her life. She discusses her intuitive, image-driven writing process, her long-distance-walker drafting ritual, the emotional backbone beneath horror, and the importance of reading widely. The conversation also dives into zombies, body horror, gentrification, found family, creativity, and the realities of wri...

2025-11-2158 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer Crafting Romance & Thrillers with Victoria Helen StoneIn this episode of 'Slaying the Craft', host Sabrina Thatcher interviews bestselling author Victoria Helen Stone, known for her thriller 'Bald-Faced Liar'. They discuss the themes of the book, including the protagonist's complex relationship with lying, the impact of the Satanic Panic on her character's life, and the writing process. Victoria shares insights on transitioning from romance to thrillers, building tension in storytelling, and offers valuable advice for aspiring writers. The conversation delves into the darker aspects of storytelling while maintaining a sense of humor and lightness.

2025-11-1336 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer Crafting Stories as an Independently Published Horror Writer with V.S. LawerenceIn this episode of 'Slaying the Craft', host Sabrina Thatcher interviews horror writer V.S. Lawerence, exploring her journey in writing spooky novels, including '80s Ghosts', 'Chalupa Cabra Y2K', and 'Friends Like These'. V.S. shares insights into her writing process, the challenges of self-publishing, and the cathartic experience of writing horror. The conversation delves into the importance of friendship in her stories, the fun of creating dark narratives, and the unique concept behind her latest work. V.S. also offers valuable advice for aspiring writers, emphasizing the need for enjoyment in the writing process.

2025-11-0640 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer Crafting Plot Twists in Psychological Thrillers with Courtney PsakThis week, Sabrina Thatcher sits down with psychological thriller author Courtney Psak to talk about her whirlwind year of publishing — from The Tutor to The Hostess to The Aunt. Courtney shares how a “digital-first” three-book deal with Hodder & Stoughton changed her writing rhythm, why she completely rewrote The Tutor under pressure, and how she builds tension through her signature “W-shaped” plotting method.

2025-10-2350 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer Navigating Intellectual Property for Writers with Dwayne GoetzelThis week, Sabrina Thatcher interviews intellectual property lawyer Dwayne Goetzel about the importance of copyright and trademark laws for writers. They discuss the fears writers have about sharing their work, the implications of AI on copyright, and the challenges of navigating the publishing industry. Dwayne shares insights on protecting creative ideas, the writing journey, and the significance of networking within the writing community. Dwayne emphasizes the need for persistence and adaptability in the writing process, as well as the importance of crafting compelling stories that resonate with readers.

2025-10-2056 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer Crafting Compelling Villains for Thrillers with Jenna SattherwaiteIn this episode, host Sabrina Thatcher interviews author and literary agent Jenna Sattherwaite about her latest thriller, 'A Killer Getaway.' They discuss the unique challenges of writing a villain as a main character, the balance between romance and thriller elements, and the intricacies of the publishing world. Jenna shares insights into her writing process, the importance of character development, and offers advice for aspiring writers. They highlight the complexities of genre blending and the emotional journey of writing.

2025-10-161h 08

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer The Ripple Effects of Violence in Thrillers with Jennifer FawcettIn this episode of 'Slaying the Craft', host Sabrina Thatcher interviews author Jennifer Fawcett about her new thriller 'Keep This For Me'. The conversation delves into the complexities of storytelling, particularly how violence impacts victims and their families. Fawcett shares insights into her writing process, the challenges of developing characters, and the moral ambiguities that intrigue her as a writer. The discussion also touches on the real-life inspirations behind her work and the importance of giving oneself permission to create.

2025-10-131h 11

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer Character Development in Thrillers with Allison BuccolaSummaryIn this episode of Slaying the Craft, host Sabrina Thatcher interviews author Allison Buccola about her latest book, 'The Ascent.' They delve into the themes of psychological suspense, exploring the impact of cults and motherhood on the protagonist. The conversation covers the writing process, the importance of character development, and the role of critique in improving one's craft. Allison shares her insights on navigating the complexities of writing, the significance of internal conflicts, and the balance between fiction and reality in her work.

2025-10-0943 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer The Art of Horror Writing with Brian AsmanIn this episode of Slaying the Craft, host Sabrina Thatcher interviews Brian Asman, a writer, actor, and director, discussing his latest book 'Man, Fuck This House.' They explore the themes of horror writing, character perspectives, and the writing process, including the use of beta readers and the importance of finishing what you start. Brian shares insights on writing dark and twisted stories, the influence of filmmaking on his writing, and offers valuable advice for aspiring writers.

2025-10-0756 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer 07. Crafting Both Dark and Cozy Mysteries with Kristen BirdIn this episode of Slaying the Craft, host Sabrina Thatcher interviews USA Today bestselling author Kristin Bird. They discuss Kristin's latest book, the Dakota Green series, and her transition from writing dark novels to cozy mysteries. Kristin shares insights on writing multi-POV narratives, the importance of dialogue and character voice, and her experiences as a book coach. The conversation also touches on the business side of writing, the challenges of querying, and the significance of revision in the writing process.https://www.kristenbird.com/Want to chat? IG: https://instagram.com/sabrinathatcherauthorYT: https://www.youtube...

2025-10-0251 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer 06. Crafting Suspenseful Narratives with Hannah Mary McKinnonThis week, Sabrina Thatcher interviews author Hannah Mary McKinnon about her transition from writing romantic comedies to thrillers, driven by personal experiences and a desire to explore darker themes. Hannah shares insights into her writing process, including character development, the importance of tension, and the role of editors. The discussion highlights the significance of understanding characters' motivations and the evolution of a writer's craft over time. https://hannahmarymckinnon.com/Want to chat? IG: https://instagram.com/sabrinathatcherauthorYT: https://www.youtube.com/@sabrinathatcherauthorcrimeandquill@gmail.comsabrinathatcherauthor.com

2025-09-301h 08

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer 05. Slaying the Craft: Breathe In, Bleed Out with Brian McAuleyIn this episode of 'Slaying the Craft', host Sabrina Thatcher interviews Brian McAuley, a WGA screenwriter and HWA author, discussing his latest novel 'Breathe In, Bleed Out'. They delve into the creative process behind the book, exploring themes of horror, character development, and the intricacies of writing thrillers. Brian shares insights on his drafting techniques, the importance of scene dynamics, and the emotional depth that horror can convey. The conversation also touches on the differences between horror and thriller genres, as well as rapid-fire questions that reveal Brian's personal writing rituals and philosophies.https://www.brianmcwriter.com/

2025-09-1648 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer 04. Crafting Strong Female Protagonists with James L'EtoileIn this episode of Slaying the Craft, host Sabrina Thatcher interviews James L'Etoile, a seasoned author and former law enforcement officer. They discuss the intricacies of writing thrillers, particularly focusing on the creation of strong female protagonists, the importance of research, and the challenges of addressing complex societal issues in fiction. James shares insights from his own experiences in law enforcement and how they inform his writing, as well as the significance of character development and the writing process. The conversation also touches on the realities of the publishing industry and the patience required for authors. James offers valuable...

2025-08-0741 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer 03. Slaying the Craft: NYT Bestseller JT EllisonIn this engaging conversation, host Sabrina Thatcher delves into the mind of New York Times bestselling author J.T. Ellison, exploring her latest thriller 'Last Seen.' They discuss the dark themes of the book, including manufactured memories and the impact of isolation on characters. J.T. shares her insights on character development, the allure of writing dark stories, and the challenges of transitioning from series to standalone novels. The discussion also touches on the importance of experiencing life outside of writing, the role of social media, and the writing process itself. J.T. emphasizes the need for writers...

2025-07-3156 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer 02. Slaying the Craft: Jaime Lynn HendricksIn this episode of Slaying the Craft, host Sabrina Thatcher interviews author Jamie Lynn Hendricks about her latest thriller, 'Their Double Lives.' They discuss the intricacies of writing suspense, character development, and the challenges of the writing process. Jamie shares her experiences with critique partners and the importance of perseverance in the writing journey. The conversation also delves into the dark and twisted themes prevalent in thrillers, offering insights and advice for aspiring writers.THEIR DOUBLE LIVESJamie Lynn Hendricks is the author of 'Their Double Lives'.The book explores the lengths one would go to save...

2025-07-2458 min

Bookwild ThrillerFest Recap with Sabrina Thatcher and Lori BrandLast year, Sabrina Thatcher (aka Olivia Day Wallce) and Lori Brand shared their experiences at ThrillerFest, and this year, since I got to go for the first time, we all get back together to discuss Thrillerfest 2025! Check Out Author Social Media PackagesCheck out the Bookwild Community on PatreonCheck Out My Stories Are My Religion SubstackGet Bookwild MerchFollow @imbookwild on InstagramOther Co-hosts On Instagram:Gare Billings @gareindeedreadsSteph Lauer @books.in.badgerlandHalley Sutton @halleysutton25

2025-07-041h 06

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer 01. Slaying the Craft: Hi. I'm SabrinaIn this episode of Slaying the Craft, host Sabrina Thatcher introduces herself and shares her journey as a writer in the thriller genre. She discusses her passion for crime fiction, her experiences at writing conferences, and her ongoing efforts to improve her craft. Sabrina emphasizes the importance of learning through writing and making connections within the writing community. She also shares her excitement for future episodes and resources for aspiring writers.Thriller Thursday SubstackTakeawaysSabrina introduces herself and her passion for thrillers.She emphasizes the importance of learning from established...

2025-07-0312 min

Talk Nasty to Me Is Sabrina Carpenter setting women back? | Talk Nasty to Me - Ep 40Today we discuss Sabrina Carpenter's new album, Man's Best Friend, Iceland, Addison Rae, large men, vidcon, and bisexuals. xoxo hope u enjoyJoin us in donating to PCRF! https://pcrf1.app.neoncrm.com/forms/general?_gl=1*1hma8f6*_gcl_au*MTQ2MjcxODEzMS4xNzQ0MDY3MjYz*_ga*MTQ4Njg4MTY0Ni4xNzQ0MDY3MjYz*_ga_1DBT989QE4*MTc0NDA2NzI2Mi4xLjEuMTc0NDA2NzQyMi4wLjAuMA..Join Club Nasty! https://www.patreon.com/talknastytome☞business email: nicole@whalartalent.comWhere to li...

2025-06-181h 28

The Infamous Podcast This Podcast Will Self-Destruct in 5 SecondsDon’t Trust the App, the AI, or the Alchemy This week on the podcast, we review Companion, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, and Fountain of Youth, plus episode 3 of Murderbot. Killer apps, aging spies, mythical water, and a snarky robot—just another week of Infamous. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Murderbot:5:38 Companion: 21:21 Fountain of Youth: 38:25 Mission Impossible: 56:42 Murderbot – Episode 3 (Apple TV+) Summary: Murderbot continues its mission to protect its human companions while grappling with its own autonomy and emotions. Episode 3 delves deeper into its backstory, revealing the complexities of its programm...

2025-05-2800 min

Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer Coming Soon--Slaying the Craft: Inside the Mind of a Thriller WriterMystery and thriller fanatic, Sabrina Thatcher, interviews some of the best thriller, chiller, and mystery writers working today. Go inside the mind of a thriller writer to discover how they tap into the darkness that taps away something animalistic in all of us. Learn about their latest books and recommendations then stick around for tips on how you too can write dangerously.New episodes every Thursday. Premiering July 8, 2025Where to find me:Instagram: @sabrinathatcherauthorBook Coaching IG: @crimeandquillYouTube: youtube.com/@sabrinathatcherauthor

2025-05-2400 min

Senta Que Lá Vem Spoiler!EP 436 - HeregeEm "Herege", a mais nova produção da A24 escrita e dirigida por Bryan Woods e Scott Beck - da franquia "Um Lugar Silencioso" e "65 - Ameaça Pré-Histórica" - acompanhamos a história de duas missionárias mórmons que dedicam seus dias a tentar atrair novos fiéis. Em uma de suas visitas, elas encontram o Sr. Reed, um homem aparentemente receptivo e até mesmo inclinado a converter-se. Contudo, a acolhida amistosa logo se revela um engano, transformando a missão das jovens em uma perigosa armadilha. ::Passando pelo elenco, além do veterano Hugh Grant, te...

2024-11-2731 min

Talk Nasty to Me Talking About Gabbie Hanna & Jake Storms OutPique’s Sungoddess Matcha is THE BEST matcha for performance and energy! Get up to 15% off plus free shipping for life when you shop my link https://piquelife.com/nicolerafiee (https://piquelife.com/nicolerafiee)!Today, Jake walks out...0:00 Jake Storms Off6:52 explaining the costume & SNL19:52 pop culture catch up27:53 Julian Casablancas is blonde32:00 RIP Nicole, you would’ve loved Sabrina38:00 I’m a Hack-man43:00 OCD Awareness48:43 fighting & being mean to each other51:17 Polish words of the day54:35 cigare...

2024-10-211h 00

Talk Nasty to Me Unpopular opinions on Ballerina Farm & Brat summer is OVER.Please take our membership survey! We want YOUR ideas and Input!https://bit.ly/4cER23M☞business email: nicole@whalartalent.comWhere to listen: https://open.spotify.com/show/57bGQm6...Follow Nicole: @nicolerafieeFollow Jake: @jakethatcher_0:00 Intro0:25 catching up4:40 twisters in 4dx11:50 gypsy rose updates18:38 nicole’s prime intervention21:42 ballerina farms50:28 solidcore w/ nicole54:40 downfall of men is imminent1:04:09 olivia & sabrina collab

2024-07-301h 21

The Based On Podcast 14. Pride (2014): Pits and PervertsThis week's episode kicks off our pride releases to finish out Pride month! Elizabeth discusses the 2014 movie Pride which tells the story of an unexpected alliance between UK miners and the LGBTQ+ community during the 1984-85 miner's strike. Sabrina must come to terms with Professor Umbridge actually playing someone nice in this movie and figure out how to not cry by the time this story is over. As always, we appreciate your support and hope you enjoy this episode! Sources: https://eachother.org.uk/a-history-of-hiv-and-human-rights-in-the-uk/ http://lgsm.org/about-lgsm

2023-06-221h 33

Agile World Podcast Darren Thatcher deepdive on Agile Mindsets Agile World Hot Topic S4 E5Agile World Hot Topics with our hosts Sabrina C E Bruce and Karl A L Smith talk with Darren Thatcher https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-thatcher/ about the complexity around agile mindsets, patterns, cognition and the as yet unanswered questions around agile behaviours. He's has started a conversation that has the possibility to challenge the simplistic view of agile mindset adoption and really provide a better insight into the human and the experience. #Agile_World #AgileWorld #Agile #AgileTalkShow #AgileManifiesto #AgileCoach #ScrumMaster Talk Shows Agile World in Better English Agile World in Spanish Agile World...

2021-09-0237 min

Agile World Podcast Agile World with Darren Thatcher S4 E3Agile World Hot Topics with our hosts Sabrina C E Bruce and Karl A L Smith talk with Darren Thatcher https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-thatcher/ about the complexity around agile mindsets, patterns, cognition and the as yet unanswered questions around agile behaviours. He's has started a conversation that has the possibility to challenge the simplistic view of agile mindset adoption and really provide a better insight into the human and the experience. #Agile_World #AgileWorld #Agile #AgileTalkShow #AgileManifiesto #AgileCoach #ScrumMaster Talk Shows Agile World in Better English Agile World in Spanish Agile World...

2021-08-2625 min

Esto es sobre...Esto es sobre Shock II La tormenta y la guerra, de Andrés LimaREPARTO Antonio Durán "Morris" (Carl Smith, Dick Cheney, Boris Yeltsin, Director de teatro, Soldado de la Marina Española), Alba Flores (Mujer árabe, Minal, Periodista, Corista, Cabo H. H y Coro), Natalia Hernández (Marta Sánchez, Ana Botella, Dorothy, Comandante Arian, Joyce Rumsfeld, Soldado Sabrina, Nancy Reagan y Coro), María Morales (Laura Bush, Lynne Cheney, Yamila, Margaret Thatcher, Olga Rodríguez, Corista, Sargento J. P. K. y Coro), Paco Ochoa (Víctor Gao, Tony Blair, Donald Rumsfeld, Soldado de la Marina Española, Wojtyla y Coro), Guillermo Toledo (Osama Bin Laden, George Bush padre, George Bush Jr., Ronald Re...

2021-06-0509 min

Oriente Press 10 HK: 1 paese, 2 sistemi e un patriota unico e “5 volte 2" moltiplicano i morti in MyanmarHong Kong: solo i patrioti possono partecipare alle scelte politiche dell'ex protettorato britannico secondo Carrie Lam, la governatrice emanazione di Pechino: Ilaria Maria Sala spiega che è stato possibile arrivare a questo perché da quando il potere di Xi è andato sempre più consolidandosi nel resto della Cina, questo si è esteso anche ai territori considerati "cinesi" a tutti gli effetti. Carrie Lam poi ha sempre gestito la burocrazia in forma antidemocratica, congiungendo così le due strette dispotiche; a Hong Kong la piazza ha provato a contrapporsi, richiedendo tra le altre rivendicazioni il suffragio universale e contro le estradizioni... il movimento ormai è stato debella...

2021-03-0228 min

Doutora Drag #46 Doutora Drag - Chile: cobaia do neoliberalismoDimitra Vulcana hoje traz uma aula sobre Chile e como este país foi a primeira cobaia do neoliberalismo e ainda teve os resultados usados do experimento utilizados como um trampolim para Thatcher e Reagan implementarem o estado neoliberal a partir de um experimento na periferia do mundo.Você pode acessar o vídeo no canal Doutora Drag em https://youtu.be/EF-n21Y4snsSiga Dimitra Vulcana: Twitter: www.twitter.com/dimitravulcana,Instagram: www.instagram.com/dimitravulcana Facebook: www.facebook.com/dimitravulcana/ ---Siga HQ da vida:

2019-11-0413 min

Grab the Top Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Westerns & War Black Horse Western Collection: Western Union The Man Who Burned Hell! by Sam Clancy, Paul BedfordPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/348433 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Black Horse Western Collection: Western Union The Man Who Burned Hell! Author: Sam Clancy, Paul Bedford Narrator: Jeff Harding Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 17 minutes Release date: September 6, 2018 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.5 of Total 2 Genres: Westerns & War Publisher's Summary: Saddle up and listen to a combination of two action-packed Westerns. In Western Union: The year is 1861 and the nation is at war. The Western Union Telegraph Company intends to connect East with West as never before, but is beset by enemies. Wires are cut and telegraph poles burned...

2018-09-0603 min