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Debut author Henry Wise Explores Southern Roots and Writing Southern Noir
Manage episode 430148167 series 2940704
On today’s 194th episode and FINAL SHOW of SEASON SIX, we welcome Henry Wise, author of the debut thriller Holy City, as he joins David Temple on The Thriller Zone.
David and Henry discuss Henry's Southern roots and how they influenced his writing, his experience at both Virginia Military Institute and Ole Miss. MORE importantly they discuss the process of getting his book published.
Best of all, we explore the themes and characters in Holy City, highlighting the complexity of the South and the importance of writing about what is most important to you.
The conversation ends with Henry sharing his best writing advice.
It’s the perfect way to wrap Season 6 and gives The Thriller Zone a bit of a Summer Vacation break as we prepare to launch Season Seven very soon!
Learn more about Henry at HenryWise.com
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction and Southern Roots
02:20 From VMI to Ole Miss
04:10 Choosing Holy City as the Debut Novel
07:20 Exploring the Complexity of the South
12:00 Writing About What Matters Most
15:14 Capturing a Sense of Home and Atmosphere
TOPICS:
The importance of writing about what is most important to you
The complexity of the South and the need to portray authentic characters
The persistence and determination required in the publishing process
The value of receiving validation and support from other writers
The significance of capturing a sense of home and atmosphere in writing
The Thriller Zone promises to wrap 2024 in a BIG way...Stay Tuned! Questions? Just write us at "thethrillerzone@gmail.com"
202 episoder
Manage episode 430148167 series 2940704
On today’s 194th episode and FINAL SHOW of SEASON SIX, we welcome Henry Wise, author of the debut thriller Holy City, as he joins David Temple on The Thriller Zone.
David and Henry discuss Henry's Southern roots and how they influenced his writing, his experience at both Virginia Military Institute and Ole Miss. MORE importantly they discuss the process of getting his book published.
Best of all, we explore the themes and characters in Holy City, highlighting the complexity of the South and the importance of writing about what is most important to you.
The conversation ends with Henry sharing his best writing advice.
It’s the perfect way to wrap Season 6 and gives The Thriller Zone a bit of a Summer Vacation break as we prepare to launch Season Seven very soon!
Learn more about Henry at HenryWise.com
CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction and Southern Roots
02:20 From VMI to Ole Miss
04:10 Choosing Holy City as the Debut Novel
07:20 Exploring the Complexity of the South
12:00 Writing About What Matters Most
15:14 Capturing a Sense of Home and Atmosphere
TOPICS:
The importance of writing about what is most important to you
The complexity of the South and the need to portray authentic characters
The persistence and determination required in the publishing process
The value of receiving validation and support from other writers
The significance of capturing a sense of home and atmosphere in writing
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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