
The Thoughtful Bro, hosted by Mark Cecil, is a podcast for writers, readers, and anyone interested in a tale well told. Each episode features an author who's recently published a book, and we unpack how and why they wrote it. It's "Inside the Actors Studio"...but for storytellers.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 93 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsSociety & Culture | |||

My chat with Teddy Wayne about his latest literary thriller, The Au Pair.
We covered (1) techniques for writing a bingeable book that can beat prestige TV at its own game; (2) the unexpected way he figured out the devilish final twist for his endin... more
My talk with Silver Linings Playbook author Matthew Quick, discussing his poignant memoir, Dad, Love, Me.
We covered, (1) his effort to end the cycle of generational abuse by caring for his father who now has dementia, (2) how trauma served as both... more
My interview with Caroline Kepnes, creator of the You series, on her latest Joe Goldberg book, You First.
We discussed (1) how she created a voice that's so electric and hypnotic, (2) what Joe Goldberg understands about people that allows him to ma... more
My talk with my good friend Kimberly Hensle Lowrance on her debut novel What Remains Of You.
We covered: (1) the architecture of planting a "phat hook" in the first few pages to snag a reader good; (2) why she didn't give up on the nine-year road t... more
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Just found The Thoughtful Bro podcast after finishing Familiaris and wanting to hear more about this amazing epic novel and its author. What a wonderful exchange between host and guest! I am so pleased to have found the podcast and look forward to listening again!
Mark Cecil is awesome to listen to and interviews some amazing writers. What an amazing podcast!
A smart and necessary show with incredible guests. Cecil is a pro.
This show has a refreshing tone of candor, curiosity, and care between the host and his guests. It’s great to get a more unscripted author perspective and the host surprises and delights with his thoughtful lines of questioning. A must listen.
I know zero about writing or the structure of writing but the Thoughtful Bro gives a look into the world which not only is fascinating but easy to understand. Can’t wait for more episodes.










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