2020-01-28 08:00
From JimHeskett.com:
The sixth season of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST! Want to know more? Make sure you visit www.jimheskett.com and poke around to learn all about the author… Read More
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2020-01-21 08:00
From JimHeskett.com:
The sixth season of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST! Want to know more? Make sure you visit www.jimheskett.com and poke around to learn all about the author… Read More
2020-01-17 12:46
From JimHeskett.com:
Hello reader friends! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the world of Jim Heskett's fiction writing. Here's the newest news: Are you still writing 2019 o… Read More
2020-01-14 08:00
From JimHeskett.com:
The sixth season of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST! Want to know more? Make sure you visit www.jimheskett.com and poke around to learn all about the author… Read More
2020-01-07 08:00
From JimHeskett.com:
The sixth season of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST! Want to know more? Make sure you visit www.jimheskett.com and poke around to learn all about the author… Read More
2020-01-02 11:00
From JimHeskett.com:
HEY! I'm doing a different kind of giveaway over the next few weeks. The giveaways (there will be SEVERAL of them) will all be on Facebook, in two places: The Author Jim… Read More
2020-01-01 08:00
From JimHeskett.com:
The sixth season of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST! We're back, this time reading all five of the LAYNE PARRISH RESTAURANT STORIES Want to know more? Make sure you… Read More
2019-12-28 14:53
From JimHeskett.com:
(Spoilers for Eps 7-9) I have long been both a star wars fan and a star wars apologist. I was no fan of the prequels, but those movies did have their merits. They widene… Read More
2019-12-20 12:46
From JimHeskett.com:
Hello reader friends! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the world of Jim Heskett's fiction writing. Here's the newest news: Today is a day I shall mostl… Read More
2019-12-17 13:50
From JimHeskett.com:
I love thrillers. The fast-paced ones, the slower mystery-style ones, the international spy ones, the action-packed military ones. The hardest to pull off (in my opinion… Read More
2019-12-06 12:47
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Hello reader friends! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the world of Jim Heskett's fiction writing. Here's the newest news: 2020 is almost here, and I'm… Read More
2019-11-27 12:04
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Here are your insider tips to winning the giveaways I'm always running! See the current one here:
The post Here’s the Secret to Winning My Giveaways appeare… Read More
2019-11-21 13:09
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Let's talk about where the idea for this crazy story came from... Don't forget to visit www.jimheskett.com for FREE books
The post How Did I Invent The Whistleblower Tri… Read More
2019-11-16 14:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Thriller author Dan Padavona talks about his favorite thriller Stillhouse Lake by Rachel Caine! Your Favorite Thriller is a side project of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST… Read More
2019-11-14 12:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Five thrilling short stories that all start with the same simple premise: Layne Parrish walks into a restaurant, hoping for a quiet meal and a beer. What he finds, thoug… Read More
2019-11-04 09:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Thriller author Russell Blake talks about his favorite thriller The Silence of the Lambs by Thomas Harris. Your Favorite Thriller is a side project of THE THRILLER FICTI… Read More
2019-11-01 09:10
From JimHeskett.com:
How would you like to have a book character named after you? Enter this giveaway and if you win, I will name a character in my upcoming SIX ASSASSINS series after you!
T… Read More
2019-10-29 10:36
From JimHeskett.com:
When I picked my son up from preschool the other day, he told me his teacher had called me "the famous author Jim Heskett." That got me thinking about writers and fame… Read More
2019-10-21 08:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Thriller author Dusty Sharp talks about his favorite thriller Livia Lone by Barry Eisler. Your Favorite Thriller is a side project of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST brough… Read More
2019-10-17 11:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Hey, you know Harvey "Ben" Bennett, right? Nick Thacker's park ranger hero from the Harvey Bennett series? Well, you may remember he and I wrote a prequel book in the se… Read More
2019-10-11 07:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Visit jimheskett.com/seasonfive for podcast episode show notes. __________ The fifth season of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST is nigh behind us! Let's chat about what's ca… Read More
2019-10-07 08:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Thriller author Jo Michaels talks about her favorite thriller Sharp Objects by Gillian FLynn. Your Favorite Thriller is a side project of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST br… Read More
2019-10-04 11:40
From JimHeskett.com:
Hello reader friends! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the world of Jim Heskett's fiction writing. Here's the newest news: It's been a busy few weeks… Read More
2019-10-03 11:16
From JimHeskett.com:
Visit jimheskett.com/seasonfive for podcast episode show notes. __________ Want the inside scoop on each Layne Parrish novel, including info on how it was created and th… Read More
2019-09-27 07:30
From JimHeskett.com:
Visit jimheskett.com/seasonfive for podcast episode show notes. __________ Want the inside scoop on each Layne Parrish novel, including info on how it was created and th… Read More
2019-09-23 08:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Thriller author Tikiri Herath talks about her favorite thriller The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo by Steig Larsson. Your Favorite Thriller is a side project of THE THRILLE… Read More
2019-09-20 07:30
From JimHeskett.com:
Visit jimheskett.com/seasonfive for podcast episode show notes. __________ Want the inside scoop on each Layne Parrish novel, including info on how it was created and th… Read More
2019-09-19 10:56
From JimHeskett.com:
Hey! It's my birthday in less than a week (September 22), and this year, I have a present for you... _____________________________ Micah Reed has spent his adult… Read More
2019-09-14 11:16
From JimHeskett.com:
Visit jimheskett.com/seasonfive for podcast episode show notes. __________ Want the inside scoop on each Layne Parrish novel, including info on how it was created and th… Read More
2019-09-10 07:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Thriller author Robin James talks about her favorite thriller The Firm by John Grisham. Your Favorite Thriller is a side project of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST brought… Read More
2019-09-06 11:16
From JimHeskett.com:
Visit jimheskett.com/seasonfive for podcast episode show notes. __________ Want the inside scoop on each Layne Parrish novel, including info on how it was created and th… Read More
2019-09-01 07:00
From JimHeskett.com:
How would you like to win a not available in print OR ebook, wholly unique paperback book of RESTAURANT STORIES? This exists nowhere else in the world. I mean it. T… Read More
2019-08-26 07:00
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Thriller author AC Fuller talks about his favorite thriller Delta-V by Daniel Suarez. Your Favorite Thriller is a side project of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST brought to… Read More
2019-08-23 16:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Hello reader friends! Let's talk about book covers, and stick through to the end for an important announcement. Since I began publishing the Micah Reed thriller series w… Read More
2019-08-16 11:45
From JimHeskett.com:
Hello reader friends! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the world of Jim Heskett's fiction writing. Here's the newest news: First of all, on the strict… Read More
2019-08-13 07:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Thriller author Craig S. Wilson talks about his favorite thriller The Godfather by Mario Puzo. Your Favorite Thriller is a side project of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST b… Read More
2019-08-05 11:50
From JimHeskett.com:
Can a book with such an on-the-nose title be any good? Tune in to find out!... Don't forget to visit www.jimheskett.com for FREE books
The post Book Review: We Are Holdi… Read More
2019-08-02 12:39
From JimHeskett.com:
Hello reader friends! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the world of Jim Heskett's fiction writing. Here's the newest news: __________ It's been a whirl… Read More
2019-07-23 07:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Thriller author and podcaster Alan Petersen talks about his favorite thriller The Eye of the Needle by Ken Follett. A special episode of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST bro… Read More
2019-07-19 12:07
From JimHeskett.com:
Hello reader friends! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the world of Jim Heskett's fiction writing. Here's the newest news: I'm deep into book 2 of the… Read More
2019-07-16 07:00
From JimHeskett.com:
YOUR FAVORITE THRILLER: Thriller author Kevin Tumlinson talks about his favorite thriller Angels and Demons by Dan Brown. A special episode of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCA… Read More
2019-07-09 07:00
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YOUR FAVORITE THRILLER: Thriller author David Berens talks about his favorite thriller Mr. Mercedes by Stephen King. A special episode of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST br… Read More
2019-07-05 11:00
From JimHeskett.com:
How would you like for me to write a custom short story, just for you? Enter this giveaway and if you win, I will write a 1000 word short story about whatever you w… Read More
2019-07-02 07:00
From JimHeskett.com:
YOUR FAVORITE THRILLER: Thriller author Phil Williams talks about his favorite thriller The Descent by Tim Johnston. A special episode of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST br… Read More
2019-06-25 07:00
From JimHeskett.com:
YOUR FAVORITE THRILLER: Thriller author Kristi Belcamino talks about her favorite thriller Orphan X by Gregg Hurwitz. A special episode of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST b… Read More
2019-06-21 12:56
From JimHeskett.com:
Hello reader friends! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the world of Jim Heskett's fiction writing. Here's the newest news: I'm still plugging away on t… Read More
2019-06-18 07:00
From JimHeskett.com:
YOUR FAVORITE THRILLER: Thriller author Nick Thacker talks about his favorite thriller Amazonia by James Rollins. A special episode of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST broug… Read More
2019-06-11 07:00
From JimHeskett.com:
YOUR FAVORITE THRILLER: Thriller author Simon Wood talks about his favorite thriller Velocity by Dean Koontz. A special episode of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST brought t… Read More
2019-06-07 11:05
From JimHeskett.com:
Hello reader friends! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the world of Jim Heskett's fiction writing. Here's the newest news: I'm deep down in the writing… Read More
2019-06-04 07:00
From JimHeskett.com:
YOUR FAVORITE THRILLER: Thriller author Craig A Hart talks about his favorite thriller Last of the Breed by Louis L’Amour. A special episode of THE THRILLER FICTIO… Read More
2019-05-30 07:00
From JimHeskett.com:
YOUR FAVORITE THRILLER: Thriller authors talks about their favorite thriller books! These special episodes of THE THRILLER FICTION PODCAST brought to you by Jim Heskett… Read More
2019-05-24 13:08
From JimHeskett.com:
SIX ASSASSINS. Coming in 2020. She has six weeks to take out six targets, or they will come for her. Featuring characters from the Harvey Bennett universe, as well as so… Read More
2019-05-18 12:20
From JimHeskett.com:
Want to know what's going on with KNIFE POINT, the newest Layne Parrish novel? ... Don't forget to visit www.jimheskett.com for FREE books
The post The Secret Story of K… Read More
2019-05-17 11:15
From JimHeskett.com:
Hello reader friends! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the world of Jim Heskett's fiction writing. Here's the newest news: Are you ready for YOUR FAVOR… Read More
2019-05-16 12:00
From JimHeskett.com:
Layne Parrish is back! You know Layne Parrish. You love Layne Parrish. He's a retired spy, a cold-blooded assassin who loves nothing better than having tea parties with… Read More
2019-05-06 12:06
How about a signed collection of all three paperback books in my Whistleblower Trilogy? Are you kidding me? ok, and pay nothing! Plus, each friend you refer to the contest increases your cha… Read More
2019-05-03 12:32
Hello reader friends! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the world of Jim Heskett's fiction writing. Here's the newest news: I'm finally ready to announce the project I've be… Read More
2019-04-19 11:32
Hello reader friends! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the world of Jim Heskett's fiction writing. Here's the newest news: I've decided to kill my fiction patreon, at least… Read More
2019-04-15 11:00
The TV show LOST is known for having one of the most controversial endings of all time. Many people would go so far as to say it was the worst ending ever. Those people are wrong. If you hat… Read More
2019-04-13 15:16
enter my current giveaway at http://bit.ly/2d8Ha8P ... Don't forget to visit www.jimheskett.com for FREE books Read More
2019-04-12 12:30
Hello patrons! This post is only visible to patrons who have pledged at the $1 or higher level, and thank you for joining the family! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the w… Read More
2019-04-09 07:00
Check out these the second of your two bonus stories! Go to www.jimheskett.com/insider to learn more. Join my Patreon and get all five of these exclusive stories, not available anywhere else… Read More
2019-04-05 11:59
Hello patrons! This post is only visible to patrons who have pledged at the $1 or higher level, and thank you for joining the family! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the w… Read More
2019-04-02 07:00
Check out these two bonus stories! Go to www.jimheskett.com/insider to learn more. Here's your first, join my patreon to get all five Read More
2019-03-29 11:24
Hello patrons! This post is only visible to patrons who have pledged at the $1 or higher level, and thank you for joining the family! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the w… Read More
2019-03-29 07:00
Check out these two two bonus stories! Go to www.jimheskett.com/insider to learn more Read More
2019-03-22 12:03
Hello patrons! This post is only visible to patrons who have pledged at the $1 or higher level, and thank you for joining the family! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the w… Read More
2019-03-20 12:00
"Our beginnings don't know our ends." A beautiful and visceral crime novel ... Don't forget to visit www.jimheskett.com for FREE books Read More
2019-03-15 11:53
Hello patrons! This post is only visible to patrons who have pledged at the $1 or higher level, and thank you for joining the family! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the w… Read More
2019-03-12 12:03
WAIT! STAY TUNED! I'll be back in a couple weeks with some extra extra bonus content!!! For more: www.jimheskett.com/thrillerpodcast On this episode of The Thriller Fiction Podcast, we close… Read More
2019-03-10 12:00
Do you think an author should review other author's books? What do you do when you don't like a book? Review it, or move on and say nothing? ... Don't forget to visit www.jimheskett.com for… Read More
2019-03-08 12:57
Hello patrons! This post is only visible to patrons who have pledged at the $1 or higher level, and thank you for joining the family! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the w… Read More
2019-03-07 14:30
Layne Parrish is back! You know Layne Parrish. You love Layne Parrish. He's a retired spy, a cold-blooded assassin who loves nothing better than having tea parties with his four-year-old dau… Read More
2019-03-04 13:45
The final in the series of text message stories... Johnson okay, pitch me Fink right now? Johnson no time like the present Fink okay. Whoo. Fink Let me get my game face on Johnson Kar… Read More
2019-03-02 13:00
How would you like to win a one-of-a-kind, wholly unique paperback book of SHADOW SOLDIERS, before it was called SHADOW SOLDIERS? This exists nowhere else in the world. I mean it. The o… Read More
2019-03-01 12:05
Hello patrons! This post is only visible to patrons who have pledged at the $1 or higher level, and thank you for joining the family! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the w… Read More
2019-02-26 08:02
For more: www.jimheskett.com/thrillerpodcast On this episode of The Thriller Fiction Podcast, we dive into a conversation with thriller author Nick Thacker! Why? Tune in to find out. Want to… Read More
2019-02-22 13:45
Mason help! Dinesh hello, and thank you for contacting the automated assistance network Dinesh may I please have your first name? Mason Mason. Mason You have to help me Din… Read More
2019-02-22 12:52
Hello patrons! This post is only visible to patrons who have pledged at the $1 or higher level, and thank you for joining the family! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the w… Read More
2019-02-19 08:01
For more: www.jimheskett.com/thrillerpodcast On this episode of The Thriller Fiction Podcast, we dive into a new sample piece of fiction! Want to know more? Make sure you visit www.jimhesket… Read More
2019-02-15 13:45
Another text story for you... Landon hey asshole Hunter go to hell Landon lol I’ve already been there Landon and I came back to kick your ass Hunte… Read More
2019-02-15 13:38
Hello patrons! This post is only visible to patrons who have pledged at the $1 or higher level, and thank you for joining the family! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the w… Read More
2019-02-14 12:57
Happy Valentines day! Did you like The Hunger Games? Have you been looking for new series that captured that intense, page-turning suspense? Meet THE SLAVE GAMES TRILOGY. Three books in a br… Read More
2019-02-12 08:00
For more: www.jimheskett.com/thrillerpodcast On this episode of The Thriller Fiction Podcast, we dive into a new sample piece of fiction! Want to know more? Make sure you visit www.jimhesket… Read More
2019-02-08 14:13
Hello patrons! This post is only visible to patrons who have pledged at the $1 or higher level, and thank you for joining the family! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the w… Read More
2019-02-08 13:45
Another text message story for you... Brent you feeling better? Marcus a little. I stopped puking Brent huzzah for not puking! Marcus small victories, I guess Marcus did I miss anything? Bre… Read More
2019-02-05 11:00
For more: www.jimheskett.com/thrillerpodcast On this episode of The Thriller Fiction Podcast, we dive into a new sample piece of fiction! Want to know more? Make sure you visit www.jimhesket… Read More
2019-02-01 13:43
What you're about to read is a "text story." Read like a text message conversation back and forth between two people. Enjoy! Rueben hey David hey buddy Rueben were you ther… Read More
2019-02-01 13:05
Hello patrons! This post is only visible to patrons who have pledged at the $1 or higher level, and thank you for joining the family! Now, let's talk about what's going on out there in the w… Read More
2019-01-31 12:53
Did you like The Hunger Games? Have you been looking for new series that captured that intense, page-turning suspense? Meet THE SLAVE GAMES TRILOGY. Three books in a brand new dystopian seri… Read More
2019-01-29 08:00
For more: www.jimheskett.com/thrillerpodcast On this episode of The Thriller Fiction Podcast, we dive into a new sample piece of fiction! Want to know more? Make sure you visit www.jimhesket… Read More
2019-01-25 13:50
Layne Parrish #4 is almost in the bag. I'm putting the finishing touches on it now, for a release in mid-March. Hopefully. That's the goal. And, I'm ready to announce the next project I'll b… Read More
2019-01-22 12:25
For more: www.jimheskett.com/thrillerpodcast On this episode of The Thriller Fiction Podcast, we dive into a new sample piece of fiction! Want to know more? Make sure you visit www.jimhesket… Read More
2019-01-18 13:33
So, let's talk about Frank. You know him as Micah Reed's lovable, gruff AA sponsor and boss at Mueller Fugitive Recovery Services. A while back, I put forth a poll in my Facebook group askin… Read More
2019-01-17 13:00
Did you like The Hunger Games? Have you been looking for new series that captured that intense, page-turning suspense? Meet THE SLAVE GAMES TRILOGY. GET READY to have your mind blown. Three… Read More
2019-01-15 08:00
For more: www.jimheskett.com/thrillerpodcast On this episode of The Thriller Fiction Podcast, we dive into a new sample piece of fiction! Want to know more? Make sure you visit www.jimhesket… Read More
2019-01-12 13:21
Get exclusive content like advanced chapters, progress updates, and fiction NOT AVAILABLE ANYWHERE ELSE. Yes, I'm shouting. It's that good. Check it out at www.patreon.com/jimheskett ... Don… Read More
2019-01-11 13:41
Another week, another struggle to get the words out. I tell ya, sometimes, getting the words on paper is like pulling teeth. But, it has nothing to do with the quality of the final product… Read More
2019-01-10 13:00
Here's a new episode in the blog series, FIRST CHAPTERS. It's the first exciting chapters in each book in the Micah Reed series! Expect a new one each week. To see all posts in the First Cha… Read More
2019-01-08 08:00
For more: www.jimheskett.com/thrillerpodcast On this episode of The Thriller Fiction Podcast, we dive into a new sample piece of fiction! Want to know more? Make sure you visit www.jimhesket… Read More
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