On today’s 195th & Final episode of Season Six of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple interviews New York Times Bestselling Author TJ Newman about her latest book, Worst Case Scenario.
They discuss the inspiration behind the book, the research process, and the challenges of writing a plot-heavy thriller.
Ms. Newman shares her gratitude for the success of her previous books and the joy of connecting with readers. The conversation also touches on the importance of creating emotional connections with characters and the impact of storytelling on readers.
TJ discusses the importance of keeping readers engaged and immersed in the story, comparing books to movies and highlighting the active participation of readers in books. She also talks about the challenges of getting attention in a world filled with distractions and the importance of writing the best story possible.
TJ shares her experience of adapting her book into a screenplay and the art of compression in screenwriting. She emphasizes the need for authenticity and pursuing what interests you in writing and life.
TJ also reflects on her journey as an author and the support she has received from her family and alma mater.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:43 The Success of Falling and Drowning
04:14 The Inspiration for Worst Case Scenario
06:08 Researching the Vulnerabilities of Nuclear Facilities
08:31 The Process of Writing and Outlining
13:24 Creating Emotional Connections with Characters
15:21 The Enormity of the Situation in Worst Case Scenario
17:18 Ethical Dilemmas and Gray Areas in Thrillers
19:40 Gratitude for Success and Connecting with Readers
24:37 The Power of Thrillers to Evoke Emotions
29:14 The Writing Process and Character Development
31:41 The Importance of Reader Experience
36:25 Creating an Enjoyable Reading Experience
37:44 Books vs Movies: Active Participation vs Passive Watching
44:15 Making the New York Times Best Seller List as a Debut Author
46:02 Cutting Through the Noise: Grabbing Readers' Attention
50:40 Adapting Books into Screenplays: Compression and the Economy of Words
58:21 Authenticity in Writing and Life
01:04:14 The Importance of Support on the Writing Journey
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