In this episode of Thrillers by the Book Club, hosts Chelsea and Olivia celebrate their 80th episode with special guests Greg Wands and Liz Keenan, authors of the new thriller 'Trust Issues.' The conversation delves into the themes of family dynamics, redemption, and the psychological aspects of con artistry. The authors share insights into their writing process, the impact of real-life cons on their work, and the importance of trauma in storytelling. They also discuss their podcast, Impostor Hour, which explores the experiences of authors dealing with imposter syndrome. The episode concludes with book recommendations and a look ahead to future episodes. Chelsea's Book: LOOK IN THE MIRROR by Catherine Steadman Greg's Book: ALTER EGO by Alex Segura Liz's Book: THE STOLEN QUEEN by Fiona Davis Olivia's Book: IF ANYTHING HAPPENS TO ME by Alex Finlay takeaways The podcast has reached its 80th episode milestone. 'Trust Issues' combines elements of family drama and thriller. The writing duo explores the con man trope in their latest book. Real-life cons inspire the themes in their writing. Trauma plays a significant role in character development. The importance of collaboration in the writing process. The psychological impact of cons on victims is profound. The Impostor Hour podcast addresses imposter syndrome among authors. Book recommendations highlight new releases in the thriller genre. The hosts encourage listener engagement for future episodes. Contact Us! Email: thrillersbythebookclubpod@gmail.com Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thrillersbythebookclubpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@thrillersbythebookclub⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Chelsea:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@thrillerbookbabe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Olivia:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@oliviadaywallace⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode of the Thrillers by the Book Club podcast, hosts Chelsea and Olivia discuss their personal lives, including sleep struggles and the importance of taking breaks. They share exciting news about meeting authors and attending book events, followed by a deep dive into their recent book club reads and new releases in the thriller genre. The conversation highlights various book recommendations, including psychological suspense and horror, while also engaging with their audience about the joys of reading and the current literary landscape. Chelsea's Book: INCIDENTS AROUND THE HOUSE by Josh Malerman (Out now) Olivia's Book: THE ASCENT by Allison Buccola (Out 5/25)

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In this episode of the Thrillers by the Book Club podcast, hosts Chelsea and Olivia welcome author Andy Pliego to discuss her debut novel 'You Are Fatally Invited.' The conversation explores the creative process behind the book, the transition from writing fantasy to thrillers, and the experience of attending writing retreats. Andy shares insights into character development, her launch plans, and upcoming projects. The hosts also recommend new book releases and discuss the emotional impact of memoirs, particularly those written by the children of serial killers. Chelsea's Book: THE LAST ONE AT THE WEDDING BY JASON REKULAK Ande's Book: THE NATURE OF DISAPPEARING by Kimi Cunningham Olivia's Book: RAISED BY A SERIAL KILLER by April Balascio takeaways

• Andy Pliego's debut novel is a thrilling exploration of a writer's retreat gone wrong.
• The book plays with classic thriller tropes while adding a unique twist.
• Andy transitioned from writing fantasy to thrillers for a fresh start.
• Writing retreats can inspire creativity and provide valuable experiences for authors.
• Character development is crucial in creating engaging stories.
• The emotional depth of memoirs can be powerful and impactful.
• Authors often face challenges in marketing their books accurately.
• The importance of witnessing and understanding difficult stories is emphasized.
• Upcoming book releases offer exciting new reads for thriller enthusiasts.
• The podcast fosters a community of readers and aspiring writers.

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