Bestselling thriller author Samantha Downing joins Kail Lowry to talk plot twists, messy marriages, and creating characters you love to hate. Known for My Lovely Wife, He Started It, A Twisted Love Story, and her upcoming 2025 release Too Old for This, Downing reveals how she went from hobby writer to landing a Penguin Random House deal after 12 unpublished books. They discuss early-chapter bombshells, naming unforgettable characters, and the fine art of misdirection to keep even the savviest readers guessing.If you love twist-heavy thrillers that pull you out of a reading slump, this episode is a must-listen.Get Too Old For ThisFor full video episodes head to patreon.com/kaillowryThanks for supporting the show by checking out the sponsors!Hiya: for 50% off their best selling children’s vitamin head to hiyahealth.com/famousShopify: Start your one dollar a month free trial period at shopify.com/famousWayfair: Get organized, refreshed, and back to routine for way less. Head to www.wayfair.com right now HERS: start your initial free visit at forhers.com/barelyfamous.Search for your newest home on apartments.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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