Elena Taylor

Debut Author Richie Narvaez on Writing and Publishing

Author Interview Debut Author Richie Narvaez admits something a lot of us writers have in common. We write a lot, it’s the finishing that’s tricky! Learn more about Richie in my interview for his first book! The Author Richie Narvaez is the author of the award-winning fiction collection Roachkiller and Other Stories. His work has appeared […]

Tennis Pro Turned Thriller Writer on His First Novel

I’ve discovered my first tennis pro turned thriller writer! (So why the boxer image? Read on to find out!) Plus, I’m so happy to introduce readers to another International Thriller Writer Debut Author. The Author Born in Durban, South Africa, David Albertyn immigrated to Canada with his family when he was ten years old. Since […]

New Mystery and Thriller Books for 2019

So many exciting books coming out in 2019. Here’s just a few mystery and thriller titles guaranteed to tantalize your reading taste buds! The Titles January The Rigel Affair by LM Hedrick Abandoned by his part-Cherokee Ma, Charlie Kincaid escapes servitude with his uncle. He jumps a boxcar, accompanied by his schoolmate Roxy, who is […]

New Year, New Authors, New Books

Here we are in 2019. That means new debut authors to look forward to! I’m excited about the year ahead of us. So many great authors coming out with brand new books. As many of you know, along with my other posts, interviews, and writing tips, I try to interview all the incoming Debut Authors […]

Two Debut Mysteries For a Cold Winter Night

This week I’m thrilled to introduce two debut mystery authors. Carol Potenza and Loretta Goldberg. The Author Carol Potenza lives in southern New Mexico with her husband, Leos, and love for the desert southwest. She has a breathtaking view of the Organ Mountains from her backyard. Her day job is teaching biochemistry to undergraduates at New Mexico […]

History With Your Mystery: Nancy Bilyeau’s Latest Novel

Love a good historical mystery? Don’t miss Nancy Bilyeau’s latest novel The Blue! Don’t forget to add this to your Want to Read list on Goodreads. Better yet – get it now and add it to your Reading Challenge!  Nancy Bilyeau on Goodreads click the link here. The Author Nancy Bilyeau has worked on the […]

Three Debut Crime Writers: Three Independent Presses

Continuing my tradition of interviewing ITW Debut Authors, I’m thrilled to introduce Steven Max Russo, Liz Milliron, and Deirdre Feehan. All three authors demonstrate that Independent Publishers are viable paths for mystery/thriller/crime writers to follow. Love to read about new authors? Don’t miss my earlier interviews with multiple debut authors. You can scan through my […]

Two Crime Writers & the ITW Debut Program

International Thriller Writers supports all Crime Writers I have been involved with the International Thriller Writers since I debuted my Eddie Shoes Mystery Series in 2016. ITW supports debut authors in several ways: The Thrill Begins, an online source for debut and aspiring writers, The Big Thrill Online Magazine, and the Debut Author Program. All this […]

Writing On Boats: Sage Webb on Her First Novel

I’m thrilled to introduce one final Debut Author from the International Thriller Writers‘ Debut Author Program class of 2017/2018. Soon, I’ll be introducing the Debuts from 2018/2019. Hard to believe I’m starting my fourth year as a member of ITW and my third year of working with debut authors. Time flies when you’re having fun. Congratulations […]

A Navy Seal, a Journalist, and a Film Producer on Their Debut Novels

This week I’m introducing three more International Thriller Writers from the Debut Author Program: Jack Carr, Paddy Hirsch, and Nick Clark Windo. These three guys definitely put the “International” into ITW. Two thrillers and a historical mystery, written by three fascinating individuals. Thanks for joining me! The Authors Jack Carr… …is a former Navy SEAL who […]

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