Love Is Murder

Love Is Murder

By ITW on March 6, 2012

Prepare for heart-racing suspense in this original collection by thirty of the hottest bestselling authors and new voices writing romance suspense today. Bodyguards, vigilantes, stalkers, serial killers, women (and men!) in jeopardy, cops, thieves, PIs, killers–these all-new stories will keep you thrilled and chilled late into the night.

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Current Issue

Current Issue

By ITWAdmin on November 10, 2011

Read the current issue of The Big Thrill – the monthly newsletter and webzine from the International Thriller Writers!

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New E-Releases

New E-Releases

By ITWAdmin on November 10, 2011

If you own an e-reader, you’ll want to check out these exciting new e-books from ITW members!

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International Features

International Features

By ITWAdmin on November 10, 2011

Check out the authors who put the “I” in “International Thriller Writers!”

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ITW Publications

ITW Publications

By ITWAdmin on November 10, 2011

Award-winning serial novels, short story anthologies, and essay collections from your favorite ITW authors!

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Specials to The Big Thrill

Specials to The Big Thrill

By ITWAdmin on November 10, 2011

Special reports and interviews – Operation Thriller, Save the Libraries, RIF fundraising efforts and more!

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Debut Authors

Debut Authors

By ITWAdmin on November 10, 2011

Browse the ITW Debut Authors’ pages and discover the best-sellers of tomorrow!

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Between the Lines

Between the Lines

By ITWAdmin on November 10, 2011

Original in-depth interviews with some of your favorite thriller authors!

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Thriller Roundtable

Thriller Roundtable

By ITWAdmin on November 10, 2011

Each week, the Thriller Roundtable features a new topic and panel of ITW authors. Join the discussion and post your comments!

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Neverending Book Giveaway

Neverending Book Giveaway

By ITWAdmin on March 10, 2010

Sign up for as many of the contests listed in the “Neverending Book Giveaway” as you like!

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June 17 – 23: “Is epublishing changing the world of thrillers? And, if so, how?”

June 17 – 23: “Is epublishing changing the world of thrillers? And, if so, how?”

By ITW on June 15, 2013

This week we join ITW Members J. M. Leduc, Lisa von Biela, Daco Auffenorde and Colby Marshall as they discuss the changing world of thrillers: “Is epublishing changing the world of thrillers? And, if so, how?” You won’t want to miss this!

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Coming June 24 – 30: “What classic thriller novel would you recommend to new generations of readers, and why?”

Coming June 24 – 30: “What classic thriller novel would you recommend to new generations of readers, and why?”

By ITW on June 14, 2013

Next week we discuss the classics…classic thrillers, that is. Join ITW Members Meg Gardiner, Jeanne Mathews, Annamaria Alfieri, J.M. Leduc, Lisa von Biela, Sean Lynch and Rick Anderson as they answer the question: “What classic thriller novel would you recommend to new generations of readers, and why?”

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The June 2013 Edition of The Big Thrill is Here!

The June 2013 Edition of The Big Thrill is Here!

By ITW on May 31, 2013

Summer is almost here and ThrillerFest is right around the corner! We’re celebrating with 42 new thrillers, including debut novels from Mary Louise Kelly and Alan L. Lee, nonfiction from Jessica Buchanan & Erik Landemalm with Anthony Flacco, a Special to the Big Thrill: The Questions I Get by D. P. Lyle, MD, a Between the Lines Interview with Jonathan Maberry by Paula Tutman and News From South Africa by Michael Sears.

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2013 Thriller Awards Nominees

By Karen Dionne on April 1, 2013

ITW is proud to announce the finalists for the 2013 Thriller Awards!

BEST HARDCOVER NOVEL

Sean Chercover – THE TRINITY GAME (Thomas & Mercer)
Brian Freeman – SPILLED BLOOD (SilverOak)
Lisa Gardner – CATCH ME (Dutton Books)
Gregg Hurwitz – THE SURVIVOR (St. Martin’s Press)
William Landay – DEFENDING JACOB (Delacorte Press)

BEST FIRST NOVEL

Daniel Friedman – DON’T EVER GET OLD (Minotaur Books)
Owen Laukkanen – THE PROFESSIONALS (Putnam Adult)
Chris Pavone – THE EXPATS (Crown)
Matthew Quirk – THE 500 (Reagan Arthur Books)
Michael Sears – BLACK FRIDAYS (Putnam Adult)

BEST PAPERBACK ORIGINAL NOVEL

Blake Crouch – PINES (Thomas & Mercer)
Sean Doolittle – LAKE COUNTRY (Bantam)
Alison Gaylin – AND SHE WAS (Harper)
Alex Marwood – THE WICKED GIRLS (Penguin Books)
Michael W. Sherer – NIGHT BLIND (Thomas & Mercer)

BEST SHORT STORY

David Edgerley Gates – “The Devil to Pay” (Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine)
Clark Howard – “The Street Ends at the Cemetery” (Ellery Queen’s Mystery Magazine)
Dennis Lehane – “The Consumers” (Mulholland Books)
Gordon McEachern – “The History Lesson” (Ellery Queen’s Mystery Magazine)
John Rector – “Lost Things” (Thomas & Mercer)

BEST YOUNG ADULT NOVEL

Michelle Gagnon – DON’T TURN AROUND (HarperCollins)
Andrew Klavan – IF WE SURVIVE (Thomas Nelson)
Dan Krokos – FALSE MEMORY (Hyperion Books CH)
Niall Leonard – CRUSHER (Delacorte Books for Young Readers)
William Richter – DARK EYES (Razorbill)

BEST E-BOOK ORIGINAL NOVEL

Jon Land – PANDORA’S TEMPLE (Open Road E-riginal)
CJ Lyons – BLIND FAITH (Minotaur Books)
Alexandra Sokoloff – HUNTRESS MOON (Alexandra Sokoloff)
Allen Wyler – DEAD END DEAL (Astor + Blue Editions)
Allen Wyler – DEAD WRONG (Astor + Blue Editions)

Congratulations to all the finalists!  The 2013 Thriller Award Winners will be announced at ThrillerFest VIII, July 13, 2013, at the Grand Hyatt (New York City).

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Special to the Big Thrill: Operation Thriller USO Tour

Special to the Big Thrill: Operation Thriller USO Tour

By ITW on December 31, 2012

Top Secret: Operation Thriller III by Andy Harp

Author Michael Connelly climbs into the van just before midnight to get to the airport for a 2 a.m. flight. Much like Mickey Haller, the protagonist in Connelly’s THE LINCOLN LAWYER, he’s taking part in something undercover.  Connelly’s most dedicated fans won’t learn what is going on until he returns.

He’s not the only one. Brad Meltzer, Joseph Finder, Kathy Antrim and myself are all on the same undercover mission. We’ve each had, at best, three hours of sleep. It is day three.

Why would the authors of THE LINCOLN LAWYER, PARANOIA (Finder), CAPITAL OFFENSE (Antrim) or the creator of the popular television show DECODED (Meltzer) spend 20-hour days away from home?  Why would Connelly join the ranks of James Rollins or Sandra Brown, authors who have embarked on this mission previously?  Why would authors like Kathy Antrim live out of their bags for a ten-day tour where showering might involve a 100-yard hike in the dark?

Their mission is clear: They’re part of the USO’s Operation Thriller, a tour that brings authors across the globe to meet the men and women who serve.

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THRILLERFEST VIII REGISTRATION IS OPEN!



THRILLERFEST VIII REGISTRATION IS OPEN!



By ITW on September 12, 2012

This year, spotlight guests will include 2013 ThrillerMaster Anne Rice, 2011 ThrillerMaster R.L. Stine, T. Jefferson Parker, and Michael Connelly. Stay tuned for further announcements.
Register today for unbelievable early prices!

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ThrillerFest VII CDs, MP3s, and DVDs now available!

ThrillerFest VII CDs, MP3s, and DVDs now available!

By ITW on July 23, 2012

ThrillerFest VII is over, and what a fabulous event it was! If you weren’t able to attend, or if you did, but missed some of the panels — or if you’d like to listen to what your favorite speakers had to say again — you’ll be delighted to know that CDs, MP3s, and DVDs from the CraftFest 2012 and ThrillerFest 2012 writers conference are now available!

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Between the Lines of Love Is Murder

Between the Lines of Love Is Murder

By ITW on May 29, 2012

LOVE IS MURDER says it all. Story after story. Romantic suspense is the theme of the latest International Thriller Writers anthology. With original short stories from Lori Armstrong, Jeff Ayers, Beverly Barton, William Bernhardt, Allison Brennan, Robert Browne, Pamela Callow, Toni McGee Causey, Lee Child, JT Ellison and more!

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FIRST THRILLS now available as 4 mini e-books for just $2.99!

By Karen Dionne on June 9, 2011

(click on each book cover to learn more)

Read the EXCLUSIVE “Between the Lines” interview with contributing authors!

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Are you a subscriber?

Are you a subscriber?

By ITW on October 7, 2010

Are you receiving The Big Thrill email each month? Get news and information on the latest thrillers along with in-depth stories and interviews PLUS a chance to win first edition signed thrillers by your favorite authors.

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Come visit the ITW Social Networks

Come visit the ITW Social Networks

By ITW on September 22, 2010

Keep up with the latest news from ITW! Join us on FaceBook, MySpace, Linked In and Twitter.

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The Big Thrill book video collection

By ITW on September 5, 2010

If you’ve ever wished someone would collect together all of your favorite ITW thriller authors’ book videos in one place, your wish has been granted!  Check out The Big Thrill book video collection RIGHT HERE on this website!

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Events Calendar

Events Calendar

By ITW on July 25, 2010

Wondering when your favorite author will come to town? Check out the Events Calendar for the latest “where” and “when.” ITW members are invited to post their upcoming events.

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The Neverending Book Giveaway

The Neverending Book Giveaway

By ITW on March 27, 2010

If you’re a thriller fan who likes to win free books, be sure to check out The Neverending Book Giveaway — a brand-new feature on THE BIG THRILL website. Just post a reply to each contest you hope to win, and you’re entered!

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