For Me A Thriller Is

People With Children And People With Their Own Business Always Pick Up A Ringing Phone.

When It Comes Time To Write The Book Itself I'll Shut The Lights Out, Picture The Scene I'm About To Write Then Close My Eyes And Go At It. Yes, I Can Touch Type.

My Books Are Primarily Plot Driven But The Best Plot In The World Is Useless If You Don't Populate Them With Characters That Readers Can Care About.

It Means Working Harder To Do The Research But I Don't Really Mind - I Don't Think I Have What It Takes To Chase Criminals Through Back Alleys And Wade Through Blood At Crime Scenes.

In General, I Think, Less Is More, And That If A Reader Stops Reading Because A Book Is Too Icky Then I've Failed In My Obligation To The Readers.