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Lee Goldberg's Ashes Never Lie, and the Power of Humor in the Thriller Genre
Manage episode 441449303 series 2940704
Вміст надано David Temple. Весь вміст подкастів, включаючи епізоди, графіку та описи подкастів, завантажується та надається безпосередньо компанією David Temple або його партнером по платформі подкастів. Якщо ви вважаєте, що хтось використовує ваш захищений авторським правом твір без вашого дозволу, ви можете виконати процедуру, описану тут https://uk.player.fm/legal.
On today’s 198th episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple welcomes author Lee Goldberg to discuss his latest book, 'Ashes Never Lie.'
The two men delve into Goldberg's writing process, character development, and the differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing. Goldberg shares candid advice for aspiring authors, emphasizing the importance of making a strong first impression and the value of character-driven storytelling.
In today’s engaging conversation, Lee discusses the importance of honesty in providing writing advice, the nuances of crafting engaging narratives, and the evolving landscape of publishing, particularly in relation to Amazon. He also emphasizes the significance of humor in storytelling, the need to avoid clichés, and the balance between writing what you know and what you love.
Goldberg also shares insights on navigating adaptations of his work for TV and film, highlighting the importance of author involvement while allowing creative freedom, and the show wraps with Temple’s Signature Close: Best Writing Advice.
Learn more at LeeGoldberg.com and TheThrillerZone.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Lee Goldberg and His Works
10:05 The Writing Process and Character Development
20:40 Self-Publishing vs Traditional Publishing
33:32 Advice on Writing and Career Development
49:25 The Importance of Honesty in Writing Advice
51:18 Crafting Engaging Narratives: The Secret Sauce
56:52 The Evolution of Publishing: Amazon vs. Traditional Publishers
01:01:31 The Changing Landscape of Book Retail
01:06:49 Analyzing Successful Writing Techniques
01:12:05 The Role of Humor in Storytelling
01:15:54 Avoiding Clichés in Writing
01:21:48 Writing What You Know vs. Writing What You Love
01:35:22 Navigating Adaptations: Author Involvement in TV and Film
Winning Sound Bites:
"I need some more action and some more sex."
"I've been with my current wife, 36 years."
"I want to write a detective who's learning."
"Don't blow smoke up my skirt."
"I want to capture the feeling of watching a TV show."
"The secret sauce is not a secret at all."
The Thriller Zone promises to wrap 2024 in a BIG way...Stay Tuned! Questions? Just write us at "thethrillerzone@gmail.com"
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Manage episode 441449303 series 2940704
Вміст надано David Temple. Весь вміст подкастів, включаючи епізоди, графіку та описи подкастів, завантажується та надається безпосередньо компанією David Temple або його партнером по платформі подкастів. Якщо ви вважаєте, що хтось використовує ваш захищений авторським правом твір без вашого дозволу, ви можете виконати процедуру, описану тут https://uk.player.fm/legal.
On today’s 198th episode of The Thriller Zone, host David Temple welcomes author Lee Goldberg to discuss his latest book, 'Ashes Never Lie.'
The two men delve into Goldberg's writing process, character development, and the differences between self-publishing and traditional publishing. Goldberg shares candid advice for aspiring authors, emphasizing the importance of making a strong first impression and the value of character-driven storytelling.
In today’s engaging conversation, Lee discusses the importance of honesty in providing writing advice, the nuances of crafting engaging narratives, and the evolving landscape of publishing, particularly in relation to Amazon. He also emphasizes the significance of humor in storytelling, the need to avoid clichés, and the balance between writing what you know and what you love.
Goldberg also shares insights on navigating adaptations of his work for TV and film, highlighting the importance of author involvement while allowing creative freedom, and the show wraps with Temple’s Signature Close: Best Writing Advice.
Learn more at LeeGoldberg.com and TheThrillerZone.com
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Lee Goldberg and His Works
10:05 The Writing Process and Character Development
20:40 Self-Publishing vs Traditional Publishing
33:32 Advice on Writing and Career Development
49:25 The Importance of Honesty in Writing Advice
51:18 Crafting Engaging Narratives: The Secret Sauce
56:52 The Evolution of Publishing: Amazon vs. Traditional Publishers
01:01:31 The Changing Landscape of Book Retail
01:06:49 Analyzing Successful Writing Techniques
01:12:05 The Role of Humor in Storytelling
01:15:54 Avoiding Clichés in Writing
01:21:48 Writing What You Know vs. Writing What You Love
01:35:22 Navigating Adaptations: Author Involvement in TV and Film
Winning Sound Bites:
"I need some more action and some more sex."
"I've been with my current wife, 36 years."
"I want to write a detective who's learning."
"Don't blow smoke up my skirt."
"I want to capture the feeling of watching a TV show."
"The secret sauce is not a secret at all."
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River Donaghey grew up in a cult. Or at least that’s what some people called it. His parents called it a “personal-growth seminar group.” Its leader called it “one big happy family.” But there was a dark side to the world River grew up in. One he never heard about as a kid. In the 1970s and 80s, a self-help company called Lifespring took America by storm. Hundreds of thousands of people walked out of Lifespring as true believers, convinced that the seminars had the power to change the world. ...
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