ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗
Killer Prose is the podcast dedicated to the art and busness of indie horror writing, hosted by author/voice actor Tanner Rutledge. Join Tanner as he delves into the secrets of suspenseful storytelling, featuring interviews with authors, editors, and publishers who specialize in keeping readers on the edge of their seats.
Hosts:
Update frequency:
every 34 days
Average audio length:
29 minutes
Guest interviews
English
United States
69 episodes
since Aug. 25, 2020
episodic
LATEST EPISODE 🔗
In today's episode, I talk about my plans for distribution and my thought process for choosing between being exclusive to KU or Going wide with my Ebooks. I also update you on the progress with Dangerous Whispers as we approach launch date.
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PREVIOUS EPISODES 🔗
In this episode I talk to author Andrew Najberg about balancing the art of writing with the business of publishing. I ask what's changed in his process since stepping into his new Role at Wicked House Publishing. We also talk about his new book Eat the Light.
Connect with Andrew at:
www.Andrewnajb…
In today's episode, I interview award winning audiobook narrator, Alice Sockett. We talk about what it's like to work with a professional narrator, how to find the right voice, and mistakes to avoid so you get the most out of your audiobook.
Connect with Alice:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com…
In the episode, I talk to author Brad Ricks about his series, The Night Crew. We chat about what it's like to write a series vs. a stand-alone, writing a monster/case of the week format while weaving in overarching plot points, and the importance of strong, relatable characters.
Connect with Brad a…
Word selection in fiction writing profoundly influences the narrative's tone and atmosphere, guiding the reader's emotional experience. Specificity in language allows for deeper insights into character. In this episode, I dig into word choice and how it can help you craft vivid worlds that keep you…
In this episode, I talk about the crucial role coaching has played in my voice acting and audiobook narration journey, and the importance of investing in the same professional guidance for writing. I look back on my six-year journey as a writer and how my initial focus on craft (while important) di…
In this episode, Tanner talks about how seeking out feedback has helped him bcome a better writer and audiobook narrator.
Connect with the show at https://www.killerprose.com
Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/9ZnxYbJj
Email me at killerpenbooks@gmail.com
Follow my work at https://www.tannerrut…
In this episode of Killer Prose, Tanner shares his one-year journey into audiobook narration. He details his initial struggles with recording quality and his gradual shift from podcasting to high-quality VO work. Tanner gets into the technical and financial aspects of setting up a professional reco…
Wow, I really missed the mark on some of my 2025 goals. In this episode, I talk about what went wrong, what went right, and what I learned along the way.
00:00 Intro
00:54 Goals and Challenges: A Year in Review
01:42 Rewriting and Retitling: The Creative Process
03:27 Lessons Learned from Podcastin…
In this episode, Tanner discusses how dictation has significantly improved his writing speed, doubling or tripling his output in the first draft stage. He shares his initial challenges and the benefits he discovered, such as increased productivity and more effective use of liminal times. He provide…
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