Noelle West Ihli is a best-selling author known for her gripping psychological thrillers that captivate readers with their heart-stopping suspense and intricate character development.
Debuting in 2021 with “The Thicket,” Ihli quickly made a name for herself in the thriller genre, crafting narratives that often explore survival against daunting odds. Her approach to storytelling is deeply influenced by her fascination with true crime and her background in editing and ghostwriting before turning to writing her own novels.
Ihli’s novels, such as “Gray After Dark”, “
Ask for Andrea“, and “
Run On Red,” frequently feature strong female protagonists and are set against eerie, wilderness backdrops that heighten the tension and suspense. Her works are not only a favorite among thriller fans, but have also gained recognition on platforms like BookTok, where her stories continue to resonate with a broad audience and her books are tagged as the “
Best of #BookTok” by Amazon.
With a penchant for weaving lesser-known historical crimes into modern narratives, Ihli’s storytelling is both innovative and immersive, inviting readers to explore their own fears and anxieties through her characters. Her latest work, “None Left to Tell,” is a historical thriller based on the
Mountain Meadows Massacre, showcasing her ability to blend factual events with fictional storytelling.
Noelle lives in Idaho with her husband, two sons, and two cats. When she’s not plotting her next thriller, she’s scaring herself with true-crime documentaries or going for a trail ride in the foothills (with her trusty pepper spray).
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Show Notes & Transcript
Summary
* Alan Petersen hosts episode 209 of the “Meet the Thriller Author” podcast, featuring Noelle West Ihli.
* Noelle discusses her love for the thriller genre and how it inspired her to transition from editing and ghostwriting to writing her own novels.
* Her first published book, “
The Thicket,” was released in 2021 after initially pursuing traditional publishing.
* Influences on her writing include authors like Mary Higgins-Clarke and Harlan Coben.
* Noelle’s novels often include survival elements and focus on strong female characters and their psychological perspectives.
* She talks about her writing process, which involves creating comprehensive outlines that she eventually set...
