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Dec. 29, 2023

The Dave & Tammy Year End Extravaganza

In this 163rd and FINAL episode of 2023's podcast The Thriller Zone, David & Tammy Temple discuss their top 10 books, films, and TV shows of the year. The dynamic duo begin by introducing the show by setting the holiday …

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Dec. 26, 2023

Tod Goldberg author of Gangsters Don't Die

The Thriller Zone Podcast Episode Synopsis On this exciting episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple welcomes author Todd Goldberg to discuss his latest novel, "Gangsters Don't Die." David introduces Todd as one of the...

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Dec. 18, 2023

Steve Stratton, author of Shadow Sanction

Hello and welcome to the 161st episode of The Thriller Zone. Today marks the next to the last time an author will appear on this podcast in 2023. I’m your host David Temple and our guest is a member of …

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Dec. 11, 2023

Steve Urszenyi author of Perfect Shot

On today's 160th episode of The Thriller Zone , I'm happy to spend some time with debut author Steve Urszenyi as we discuss his thriller novel, Perfect Shot. Sure, we cover his experience as a writer, but be sure to …

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Dec. 5, 2023

Jack Stewart, author of Unknown Rider

On today's 159th Episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm very excited to welcome Jack Stewart, author of UNKNOWN RIDER. Yes, Jack grew up dreaming of being a TOPGUN pilot, after seeing the movie that nearly catapulted Tom Cruise's ...

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Nov. 27, 2023

Patricia Cornwell, International Bestselling Author of Unnatural Death

Welcome to the 158th episode of The Thriller Zone Podcast, where we delve into the minds of the greatest crime and thriller fiction authors of our time. Today, we have the immense pleasure of sitting down with the legendary P...

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Nov. 20, 2023

M.M. DeLuca author of The Night Side

On today's 157th episode of The Thriller Zone, and in celebration of Women Thriller Writers Month, I'm happy to introduce you to M. M. DeLuca. Marjorie has written a new suspense thriller with a literary influence I think you...

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Nov. 6, 2023

Tess Gerritsen, International Bestseller of The Spy Coast

On today's 156th episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome International Bestselling & New York Times Bestselling author, Tess Gerritsen, as we launch NOVEMBER WOMEN THRILLER WRITERS MONTH ! To many, Tess is a household name, ...

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Oct. 16, 2023

Mark Greaney Bonus Replay

On today's 155th episode of The Thriller Zone, we're happy to provide a Bonus REPLAY of an earlier pre-recorded session with our friend and New York Times Bestselling author Mark Greaney. Learn more about Mark and his books a...

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Oct. 9, 2023

David Ellis, author of Look Closer: Replay

Today's 154th episode of The Thriller Zone is a BONUS REPLAY, featuring #1 New York Times Bestselling author David Ellis. David has written a stunning psychological thriller called LOOK CLOSER, and today we talk about it. Lea...

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Oct. 5, 2023

Eric Bishop, author of Ransomed Daughter

On today's 153rd BONUS episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm happy to welcome our friend Eric Bishop to the podcast. Eric joins us to discuss his latest thriller, the novella entitled RANSOMED DAUGHTER. He is also the author of T...

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Oct. 2, 2023

Mark Gottlieb, VP/Agent at Trident Media Group

Today we kick off October with our 152nd episode of The Thriller Zone, where we welcome super agent Mark Gottlieb. Mark is the Vice-President of Trident Media Group and is a highly-ranked literary agent in overall deals and o...

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Sept. 25, 2023

Joe Kenda, author of All Is Not Forgiven

On today's 151st episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm happy to welcome Joe Kenda, the original Homicide Hunter, for a return visit to our show. You see, last time we spoke, Joe was promoting his True Crime non-fiction book KILLE...

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Sept. 18, 2023

Lou Berney, author of Dark Ride

On today's 150th episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome Lou Berney to discuss his latest thriller DARK RIDE. Here are what a few notable authors (and one podcast host) has to say about this heart-wrenching thriller. Don Win...

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Sept. 15, 2023

The Thriller Zone and Atria Mystery Bus Bouchercon 23 Author Recap

On today's 149th episode, we feature SIX authors of various stature. Some are legends. Others, legends in the making. Either way, six of the authors in the Atria Mystery Bus/Simon & Schuster family, have come together for bri...

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Sept. 11, 2023

Kyle Mills, author of Code Red

On today's 148th episode of The Thriller Zone, we're thrilled to welcome New York Times bestselling author Kyle Mills. Kyle is the superb author who took over the Vince Flynn legacy series of the Mitch Rapp stories. And today...

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Sept. 4, 2023

Lee Goldberg, author of Malibu Burning

On today's 147th episode of The Thriller Zone, I could not be more stoked to welcome the legendary Hollywood Writer/Producer and New York Times Bestselling Author Lee Goldberg. There are talented guys who aren't always nice. ...

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Aug. 31, 2023

Eli Cranor, author of Ozark Dogs

On today's BONUS episode of The Thriller Zone, #146 to be exact, we welcome return guest ELI CRANOR, author of Ozark Dogs. If you'll recall, Eli joined us last summer when he share with us his dark and heart-wrenching debut …

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Aug. 28, 2023

Taylor Moore, author of Ricochet

On this 145th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm excited to be hanging out with yet another outstanding author of thriller fiction. Today, it's Taylor Moore, author of Ricochet. If you haven't heard of Taylor before, it may be...

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Aug. 24, 2023

Michael Dolan, publisher at Winding Road Stories

On today's BONUS episode, 144th to be exact, we're so very pleased to welcome fan and friend Michael Dolan, Publisher at Winding Road Stories. Besides being a terrific guy who's a legend in the publishing business, Mike has a...

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Aug. 21, 2023

Lucy Clarke, author of The Hike

On today's 143rd episode of The Thriller Zone, we're delighted to welcome the talented and charming Lucy Clarke, author of The Hike. Lucy has eight destination novels under her writing belt including: The Sea Sisters, A Singl...

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Aug. 14, 2023

Erin Flanagan, author of Come With Me

On today's 142nd episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome the talented and oh-so-very-funny Edgar-winning author Erin Flanagan, author of Come With Me. Don't let that outlandish & thoroughly engaging humor fool you, because t...

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July 24, 2023

Brian Freeman, author of The Bourne Defiance

On today's 141st episode of The Thriller Zone, we welcome Brian Freeman, author of The Bourne Defiance, the latest in the Robert Ludlum award-winning Jason Bourne Series. This is Brian's return to The TZ, and as always, we ha...

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July 17, 2023

Bruce Borgos, author of The Bitter Past

On today's 140th episode of The Thriller Zone, I'm pleased to introduce you to debut author Bruce Borgos. His book, The Bitter Past, is a superb read, and adept given it's his first traditionally published thriller novel. In ...

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