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- 🇮🇳IN · Books#1011K to 10K
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500 to 5K🎙 ~2x weekly·238 episodes·Last published 1w ago - Monthly Reach
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MTTA 240: Amy Shojai Interview
Jun 30, 2026
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Steph Nelson Interview | Meet the Thriller Author
Jun 2, 2026
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MTTA 238: H.Y. Hanna Interview
May 19, 2026
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MTTA 237: James Grady Interview
May 12, 2026
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MTTA 236: Rea Frey Interview
Apr 28, 2026
29m 41s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/30/26 |  MTTA 240: Amy Shojai Interview | In Episode 240 of Meet the Thriller Author, host Alan Petersen welcomes award-winning author Amy Shojai to discuss her remarkable journey from television news anchor and veterinary technician to bestselling author of more than 35 pet-care books and a series of pet-centric suspense thrillers. They explore her transition from nonfiction to fiction, creating unforgettable animal characters, overcoming rejection, and the realities of publishing. Amy also shares how she avoided a scammer impersonating the podcast, offering valuable advice for fellow authors. It's an engaging conversation packed with writing insights, publishing tips, and stories for readers, writers, and pet lovers alike. | — | ||||||
| 6/2/26 |  Steph Nelson Interview | Meet the Thriller Author | In Episode 239 of Meet the Thriller Author, I interview thriller author Steph Nelson, whose debut novel The Final Scene sold more than 10,000 copies in its first two months. We discuss her latest psychological thriller, Don't Ask Why, a suspenseful story about four friends trapped on a secluded island in the Florida Keys where secrets, disappearances, and danger quickly turn a getaway into a fight for survival. Steph shares her journey from writing horror fiction to becoming a successful thriller author, how she develops story ideas, her "pantser" writing process, and the tools she uses to write her novels. We also discuss indie publishing, social media marketing, reader expectations, and her advice for aspiring thriller writers looking to break into the genre. If you're a fan of psychological thrillers and behind-the-scenes author conversations, this is an episode you won't want to miss. | — | ||||||
| 5/19/26 |  MTTA 238: H.Y. Hanna Interview | USA Today bestselling author H.Y. Hanna joins Alan Petersen to discuss her latest psychological thriller, The Taverna at the Edge of Night. In this episode, they talk about writing atmospheric destination thrillers, using international settings like Greece to build suspense, balancing mystery with emotional tension, and creating stories where paradise hides deadly secrets. | — | ||||||
| 5/12/26 |  MTTA 237: James Grady Interview | Legendary thriller author James Grady, creator of Six Days of the Condor, joins Alan Petersen to discuss his remarkable career, the enduring legacy of Three Days of the Condor, and his new noir thriller Shadows on Sidewalks. They also talk about political thrillers, real-world events influencing fiction, writing craft, literary influences, and advice for aspiring writers. | — | ||||||
| 4/28/26 |  MTTA 236: Rea Frey Interview✨ | writing routinefamily secrets+3 | Rea Frey | Dear Mother | — | Rea Freywriting routine+3 | — | 29m 41s | |
| 4/7/26 |  MTTA 235: Mark Stevens Interview✨ | author interviewbook discussion+3 | Mark Stevens | — | — | Mark Stevensauthor interview+3 | — | 33m 12s | |
| 3/18/26 |  MTTA 234: Chad Boudreaux Interview✨ | author interviewthriller writing+1 | Chad Boudreaux | — | — | Chad Boudreauxinterview+3 | — | 33m 32s | |
| 3/10/26 |  MTTA 233: Maria Frankland Interview✨ | author interviewbook discussion+3 | Maria Frankland | Meet the Thriller AuthorLatest Maria Frankland Book+1 | — | Maria Franklandauthor interview+3 | — | 33m 44s | |
| 2/3/26 |  MTTA 232: Jonathan Kellerman Interview✨ | crime fictionauthor interview+3 | Jonathan Kellerman | New York TimesJIGSAW+1 | — | Jonathan Kellermancrime novelist+3 | — | 42m 03s | |
| 1/20/26 |  Special Episode: 2025 Recap and What’s Ahead in 2026✨ | year recappodcast future+1 | — | — | — | 2025 recap2026 preview+3 | — | 5m 13s | |
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| 12/31/25 |  MTTA 231: Daniel Hurst✨ | author interviewthriller books+3 | Daniel Hurst | — | — | Daniel Hurstthriller author+3 | — | 29m 22s | |
| 12/16/25 |  MTTA 230: Myles Dungan✨ | author interviewbooks+3 | Myles Dungan | — | — | Myles Dunganauthor+3 | — | 48m 00s | |
| 12/2/25 |  MTTA 229: Mary Stone✨ | psychological thrillerswriting+3 | Mary Stone | Meet the Thriller Author | — | Mary Stonepsychological thrillers+3 | — | 47m 33s | |
| 11/25/25 |  MTTA 228: Andrews & Wilson✨ | writingauthor interviews+3 | Andrews & Wilson | Andrews & Wilson | — | writing tipsauthor insights+3 | MasterClassBLACKFRIDAY | 42m 32s | |
| 11/18/25 |  MTTA 227: Brian Manning | Brian Manning of The Manning Brothers Action Thriller. Interview. The post MTTA 227: Brian Manning appeared first on Meet the Thriller Author. | — | ||||||
| 11/11/25 |  MTTA 226: Daniel Pelfrey (Live from Author Nation) | Other Books by Daniel Pelfrey Show Notes & Transcript In this episode: Transcript The post MTTA 226: Daniel Pelfrey (Live from Author Nation) appeared first on Meet the Thriller Author. | — | ||||||
| 10/21/25 |  MTTA 225: Eric Rickstad | Eric Rickstad Books Show Notes & Transcript Video Transcript The post MTTA 225: Eric Rickstad appeared first on Meet the Thriller Author. | — | ||||||
| 10/7/25 |  MTTA 224: Traci Hunter Abramson | Other Books From This Author Show Notes & Transcript Summary Video Transcript The post MTTA 224: Traci Hunter Abramson appeared first on Meet the Thriller Author. | — | ||||||
| 9/30/25 |  MTTA 223: Nicole Trope | Other Books by the Author Show Notes & Transcript Summay Video Transcript The post MTTA 223: Nicole Trope appeared first on Meet the Thriller Author. | — | ||||||
| 9/23/25 |  MTTA 222: J.A. Jance | Other Books by J.A. Jance Show Notes & Transcript In this episode of Meet the Thriller Author, I sit down with New York Times bestselling author J.A. Jance to talk about her incredible career and her latest novel, The Girl from Devil’s Lake (Joanna Brady #21). Highlights include: Video Transcript The post MTTA 222: J.A. Jance appeared first on Meet the Thriller Author. | — | ||||||
| 9/9/25 |  MTTA 221: Mike Adamick | Books by Mike Adamick Show Notes and Transcript Video Transcript The post MTTA 221: Mike Adamick appeared first on Meet the Thriller Author. | — | ||||||
| 8/26/25 |  MTTA 220: Dan Buzzetta | Latest Book Other Books by the Author Show Notes and Transcript Summary Video Transcript Heads Up:This transcript was generated with the help of AI and only got a quick once-over from a human. So if you spot a typo or something that doesn’t make sense… let’s just blame the robots. 🤖[00:00:05.020] - IntroThis is Meet... The post MTTA 220: Dan Buzzetta appeared first on Meet the Thriller Author. | — | ||||||
| 7/29/25 |  MTTA 219: Ty Hutchinson | Latest Book Ty Hutchinson Books Show Notes & Transcript Summary Video Interview (from MTTA YouTube Channel) The post MTTA 219: Ty Hutchinson appeared first on Meet the Thriller Author. | — | ||||||
| 7/1/25 |  MTTA 218: Alex R. Johnson | Show Notes and Transcription Alex R. Johnson Author Interview Summary: Transcript Trailer for Two Step Alex R. Johnson Interview (Video) The post MTTA 218: Alex R. Johnson appeared first on Meet the Thriller Author. | — | ||||||
| 5/13/25 |  MTTA 217: Joshua Moehling | More Books by Joshua Moehling Show Notes and Transcription Summary: Transcript The post MTTA 217: Joshua Moehling appeared first on Meet the Thriller Author. | — | ||||||
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Chart history for Meet the Thriller Author (Author Interviews)
Peaked at #101 in India, currently #101 in India.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | — | #101 | #101 | — |
| India | — | #189 | #189 | — |
Chart Positions
2 placements across 1 market.
Chart Positions
2 placements across 1 market.