Do you enjoy reading Psychological Thrillers?
If you are a fan of psychological thrillers, then you’re going to love these exclusive author interviews. So if you’re always on the hunt for the best psychological thriller authors and books that deliver jaw-dropping twists then your search ends here! Make sure to check the interviews down below.
Podcast Interviews
On the Meet the Thriller Author podcast, I take you deep into the minds of the best psychological thriller authors. These are masters at crafting the top psychological thriller books, as can be seen at the top of the bestseller charts with twists that will leave you stunned.
In my exclusive interviews, you can listen to insights from bestselling authors like Freida McFadden, Lucinda Berry, Kiersten Modglin, Emily Shiner, Ashley Winstead, Charlie Donlea, and Sebastian Fitzek. As a matter of fact, these authors have set the bar high in the world of psychological thrillers, each delivering some of the best psychological thriller books with twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats.
For example Freida McFadden discusses how she crafts characters that pull you in and plots that keep you guessing until the very end. In addition, you’ll get to listen from Lucinda Berry, with her background in psychology, sharing how she creates chilling, psychologically complex narratives. Then there is Kiersten Modglin and Emily Shiner talk about the art of delivering those unexpected twists that readers crave. Ashley Winstead reveals her secrets to building suspense, Charlie Donlea explains his methodical approach to plotting, and Sebastian Fitzek, one of Europe’s leading psychological thriller authors, explores the dark themes that define his work.
Top Pyschological Thriller Books
If you’re seeking recommendations for the top psychological thriller books or want to understand the minds behind these gripping tales, then these interviews are a must-listen. Tune in to Meet the Thriller Author for exclusive insights into the world of psychological thrillers, and discover the best psychological thriller books with twists that will leave you breathless.
In this page, I’ve curated several interviews from some of the top authors of psycological thrillers that I’ve had on the podcast over the years, that way you can access all these amazing interviews, from this one page.
Interviews from MTTA Podcast with top Psychological Thriller Authors

Freida McFadden
Freida McFadden was my guest on episode 193. Freida McFadden’s books have taken the thriller world by storm! In a June 2024 New York Times article states that she is “the fastest selling thriller writer in the United States”! You can check out my conversation with Freida McFadden below or on your favorite podcast platforms.
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Lucinda Berry
Lucinda Berry was my guest a few years back, on epsiode number 62. Dr. Lucinda Berry is a former clinical psychologist and leading researcher in childhood trauma. Now, she spends her days writing full-time where she uses her clinical experience to blur the line between fiction and nonfiction. You can check out my conversation with Lucinda Berry below or on your favorite podcast platforms.
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Kiersten Modglin
Kiersten Modglin was my guest on epsiode number 151. Kiersten Modglin is a #1 bestselling author of psychological thrillers. Her books have sold over 1.5 million copies and been translated into multiple languages. You can check out my conversation with Kiersten Modglin below or on your favorite podcast platforms.
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Sebastian Fitzek
Sebastian Fitzek came on to the podcast from his home in Berlin for epsiode number 134. Sebastian is the most successful German bestselling author, whose works have sold more than 19 million copies and have been published in more than 36 countries. Not to mention that you catch “Therapy” as a series on Amazon Prime. Check out my conversation with Sebastian Fitzek below or on your favorite podcast platforms.
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Emily Shiner
Emily Shiner was my guest on epsiode number 195. Emily lives in the mountains of North Carolina and loves hiking with her dogs only when she’s not thinking up twisted tales, that is. She loves books that keep you up long after you should be in bed. If you want to learn more about Emily’s process, you can check out my conversation with Emily Shiner below or in addition on your favorite podcast platforms.
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Ashley Winstead
Ashley Winstead came to the podcast for epsiode number 163. Ashley Winstead is an academic turned bestselling novelist with a Ph.D. in contemporary American literature. She lives in Houston with her husband, three cats, and beloved wine fridge. You can check out my conversation with Ashley Winstead below or on your favorite podcast platforms.
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Charlie Donlea
Charlie Donlea was on epsiode number 106. Charlie Donlea is the USA Today and #1 International bestselling author of propulsive, female-driven thrillers. You can check out my conversation with Charlie Donlea below or on your favorite podcast platforms.
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