Words and Nerds Podcast is an entertaining and conversational podcast that aims to get inside a writer's mind. We discuss books, the social and political influences of a writer's work and how literature has the power to change the world. The podcast digs deep to bring you an in depth and sometimes humorous analysis of the author's book and its influences. Join us for a new way of looking at literature. Dani Vee your host, English teacher, podcaster, reader, book enthusiast and over-thinker. ...
…
continue reading
1
701. Christian White and Alex Dook - The Ledge
34:45
34:45
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
34:45
When human remains are discovered in a forest, police are baffled, the locals are shocked and one group of old friends starts to panic. Their long-held secret is about to be uncovered.It all began in 1999 when sixteen-year-old Aaron ran away from home, drawing his friends into an unforeseeable chain of events that no one escaped from unscathed.In T…
…
continue reading
1
S2 E16 - Date With A Debut - Ordinary Human Love by Melissa Goode
33:32
33:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:32
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.For the sixteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Melissa Goode, author of Ordinary Human Love. They discuss the book, how your values come into conflict with the needs of others, love…
…
continue reading
1
700. Valerie Khoo and Dani Vee chat about interview skills for creatives
36:28
36:28
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:28
Dani Vee and Valerie Khoo from Words and Nerds Podcast and So You Want to be a Writer, have a fireside chat about interviewing creatives.They have interviewed thousands of creatives and have seen it all! How do you nail an interview?What can do to prepare?What bugs an interviewer?A must listen for any creative preparing for their first interview or…
…
continue reading
1
699. Mark Mupotsa-Russell and Dani Vee: The Hitwoman's Guide to Reducing Household Debt
40:56
40:56
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:56
Mark Mupotsa-Russell and Dani Vee: The Hitwoman's Guide to Reducing Household Debt chat about his new book, witty crime fiction, marriage and what he's learnt about writing.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
S2 E15: Date With A Debut - The Deed by Susannah Begbie and interviewer Nick Wasiliev
46:53
46:53
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:53
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.For the fifteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Susannah Begbie, author of The Deed. They discuss the book, winning the Richell Prize, chaotic family dynamics, how siblings view thei…
…
continue reading
1
698. Danielle Binks and Dani Vee: Six Summers of Tash and Leopold
46:59
46:59
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:59
Dani Vee and Danielle Banks chat about her new book Six Summers of Tash and Leopold, navigating friendships, complex families and juggling being an author, agent and lecturer.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
S2 E14 - Date With A Debut - Big Time by Jordan Prosser
55:13
55:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
55:13
S2 E14 - Date With A Debut - Big Time by Jordan Prosser by Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
697. Kylie Howarth and Dani Vee - Kev and Trev
25:01
25:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
25:01
697. Kylie Howarth and Dani Vee - Kev and TrevBy Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
S2 E13 - Date With A Debut - The Pyramid of Needs by Ernest Price and Nick Wasiliev
40:03
40:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
40:03
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.For the thirteenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Ernest Price, author of The Pyramid of Needs. They discuss the book, releasing it on the International Transgender Day of Visibility, …
…
continue reading
1
696. Emily Tsokos Purtill and Dani Vee - Matia
26:15
26:15
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
26:15
696. Emily Tsokos Purtill and Dani Vee - Matia by Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
695. Li Chen and Dani Vee - Detective Beans and the Case of the Missing Hat
29:36
29:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:36
Tips on becoming a creating a graphic novel.Dani Vee speaks to Li Chen, comic artist and creator of Detective Beans and the Case of the Missing Hat her first graphic novel. We chat about the development of a graphic novel, humour and her publishing journey.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
S2 E12 - Date With A Debut - To and Fro by Anton Clifford-Motopi
43:42
43:42
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:42
S2 E12 - Date With A Debut - To and Fro by Anton Clifford-Motopi by Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
694. TAKEOVER: Jules Faber And Lara Cain Gray: The Grown-Up's Guide to Picture Books
35:37
35:37
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:37
Takeover: It's a kidlit takeover! Writer and librarian Lara Cain Gray joins legendary author/illustrator Jules Faber to chat in a very grown-up way about children's books. Lara's new release helps adults dive deeper into the mechanics of picture books, while Jules is about to let his 50th book loose on an unsuspecting public. You've been warned. Bo…
…
continue reading
1
S2 E11 - Date With A Debut - Sit, Stay, Love (+ Love From Scratch) by Amy Hutton
46:32
46:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:32
S2 E11 - Date With A Debut - Sit, Stay, Love (+ Love From Scratch) by Amy Hutton by Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
693. Lisa Kenway and Dani Vee - All You Took From Me
27:38
27:38
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
27:38
Lisa Kenway and Dani Vee - All You Took From Me - writing, new author, thriller.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
692. Chenee Marrapodi and Dani Vee - Publishing Stories and Breaking Pointe
44:04
44:04
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
44:04
We chat about the perils and heartbreak of publishing, and of course how much we love what we do. We also chat about Chenee's new release Breaking Pointe and Dani's new release Riley's FAILPROOF Guide to Breaking a School Record.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
691. Brooke Scobie Jade Goodwin with Dani Vee: Yarn Quest
31:55
31:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
31:55
A breathtaking fantasy-adventure trilogy. Do you dare step into the Realm? A magical journey awaits . . .By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
S2 E10:Date With A Debut - Mykaela Saunders and Nick Wasiliev on Always Will Be
48:13
48:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
48:13
Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books and their journeys to publication.For the tenth episode of series two, Nick sits down with Dr. Mykaela Saunders, author of Always Will Be. They discuss the book, correcting the lack of representation of first nations culture in Au…
…
continue reading
1
690. Luke Springer, Chris Kennett and Dani Vee: Guess What We Are Doing Today?
30:37
30:37
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:37
Mr Luke, Chris Kennett and Dani Vee chat about their new picture book Guess What We Are Doing Today? A beautifully illustrated picture book that encourages creativity and reading.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
In this episode Rob chats with Bel Schenk about his debut novella, The Most Famous Boy in Town, published by Spineless Wonders in April 2024. They chat about writing fiction versus poetry, the creative pathway to publication, and Bel offers great writing advice. CW: This episode contains discussions about sexual assault, which some listeners may fi…
…
continue reading
1
687. REVIEW of JP Pomare's new book 17 Years Later including an audio book extract
24:14
24:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
24:14
WHO REALLY KILLED THE PRIMROSE FAMILY?The violent slaughter of the Primrose family while they slept shocked the nation.The family's young live-in chef, Bill Kareama, was swiftly charged with murder and brought to justice. But the brutal crime scarred the idyllic town of Cambridge forever.Seventeen years later, true-crime podcaster Sloane Abbott tra…
…
continue reading
1
688. Tim Ayliffe and Dani Vee - The Wrong Man
28:12
28:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:12
Tim Ayliffe and Dani Vee - The Wrong ManBy Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
689. Mitch Jennings and Dani Vee - A Town Called Treachery
32:03
32:03
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:03
Mitch Jennings and Dani Vee - A Town Called TreacheryBy Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
686. Mike Lucas and Dani Vee - One By One They Disappear
26:57
26:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
26:57
Mike Lucas and Dani Vee - One By One They DisappearBy Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading
1
685. TAKEOVER: Emma Bowd and Andrea Rowe - Picture Books
51:11
51:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:11
Emma Bowd and Andrea Rowe - Picture BooksBy Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
…
continue reading