
Thriller 101
A podcast for readers and writers of thriller, mystery, suspense, and crime fiction.
Podcasting since 2021 • 142 episodes
Thriller 101
Latest Episodes
Literary Agent Lori Galvin Talks Going From Query to Deal: What Agents Need to See Before They Sign You
Literary agent Lori Galvin reveals exactly what makes a query letter irresistible. She breaks down the specific elements that make agents request materials, and the common mistakes that lead to instant rejections.
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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22:13

141 Literary Agent Vicky Weber on Why Most Writers Aren't Agent-Ready (And How to Fix It)
Ever wondered why it feels nearly impossible to land a literary agent these days? In this episode, I had a chat with Vicky Weber, a literary agent, bestselling children's author, and marketing strategist, who pulls back th...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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29:37

Developmental Editor and Former Literary Agent, Mary Kole Shares Her Top Revision Strategies
Developmental editor and former literary agent Mary Kole breaks down the exact process that transforms manuscripts from "just okay" to "must-read." In this episode, you'll learn why most writers approach feedback and revision comple...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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28:33

Editor Turned Literary Agent, Shelly Romero Shares Important Insights on Traditional Publishing
Former Scholastic editor Shelly Romero just made the leap to literary agent. And she's spilling the industry secrets most writers never hear. After eight years of editorial experience and now with an agent's perspective,...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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27:42

Turn Your Manuscript into a Page-Turner Using The Central Question Framework with Julie Tyler Ruiz
Every thriller, mystery, suspense, and crime writer faces the same dilemma…How do you craft a story that keeps readers turning pages? In this episode, Julie Tyler Ruiz reveals a simple framework that separates forgettable gen...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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21:27
