Listen "Thrillin' Out with Jack Arbor"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, J Ryan and Keira welcome thriller author Jack Arbor to discuss his action & espionage series The Russian Assassin, the weight of Cold War history, and the challenge of crafting a lovable anti-hero. The conversation also delves into the business side of independent publication and the benefits of cultivating an extensive Beta Reader network.Episode highlights:02:58 Growing up during the Cold War – A brief history07:48 Did you feel the doom? - Anxieties of a new generation10:06 Character is King: Cold War Edition (Technicality ahead!)17:22 Welcome Jack Arbor20:04 Creating Max Austin24:20 The flavor of a place35:10 The art of Product Market Fit40:58 The best sketch artists46:14 Who would play your main character?48:00 Jack’s Beta Reader process54:32 Getting the world right in Book-159:44 Bourbon or beer?1:03:14 Makin’ Coffee
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