Everything you’ve always wanted to know about succeeding in the world of writing and publishing. Learn practical writing techniques, go behind-the-scenes and discover how real-life authors got their big break. Uncover the creative processes of writers who have made it. Your host is Valerie Khoo – author, journalist, creative and CEO of the Australian Writers’ Centre.
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A podcast on writers and writing features interviews with best-selling and acclaimed writers in a wide range of genres including literary fiction, fantasy, children's books, non-fiction, business and much more. Valerie Khoo interviews successful writers on how they approach the writing process and what goes into creating a remarkable piece of work. www.writerscentre.com.au
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From artists to brain surgeons, fashion designers to board directors – this series brings you the unique stories of people who celebrate Lunar New Year. Hosted by Valerie Khoo – Curator of the City of Sydney's annual Sydney Lunar Festival – it’s a journey into the Asian Australian experience. You’ll discover the personalities and passions of people who meld their cultural traditions with the sunburnt country that they call home.
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Murder and Mayhem: Get inside the dark minds of the world’s top crime and thriller writers.
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Welcome to Murder and Mayhem – the podcast where we explore the dark and mysterious side of writing. It’s a world filled with more evil and crime than you can shake a sharpened stick at – where people save the world from certain destruction, where spies, terrorists and thugs abound, and where the killer could be someone in your very own home. It's also a world often filled with flawed heroes and likeable villains. But above all, it’s a place where we explore the authors who tell these very s ...
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So you want to be a photographer: Transform your skills and build a profitable photography business
Gina Milicia
Leading celebrity and portrait photographer Gina Milicia discusses how to get the most out of your photography, including all the gear and gadgets you need. She chats to photography enthusiast Valerie Khoo on how to pose people, scout the best locations, and more. Useful tips, practical advice – and even some gossip – to help you get ahead, behind the lens!
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So You Want to Start a Business with Ingrid Thompson
Ingrid Thompson simplifies how we build a business.
Business has become overcomplicated. I aim to simplify it. In this podcast, I lead thoughtful and fun discussions with business owners, entrepreneurs and leaders who think big and who take action to create their own business success. As we celebrate their stories and learn the lessons from their lives this podcast offers business wisdom with tangible, tactical tools and tips. We debunk some of the common business myths supporting you to build and grow your own business. I’m your host Ingrid ...
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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. ...
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700. Valerie Khoo and Dani Vee chat about interview skills for creatives
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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…
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WRITER 631: Meet children’s book publisher and author Dani Vee.
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Meet Dani Vee, publisher at Larrikin House, whose latest book is Riley's Failproof Guide to Breaking a School Record, and her soon-to-be-released book is My Pet Croc. Dani shares her writing process but also provides insights into the children’s publishing industry, her role as a publisher and what she is looking for in a manuscript. Dani discusses…
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S2 E16 - Date With A Debut - Ordinary Human Love by Melissa Goode
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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…
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WRITER 630: How Jennifer Wong’s TV series evolved into her new book ‘Chopsticks or Fork’.
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Meet writer and comedian Jennifer Wong, who discussed her new book Chopsticks or Fork, a nostalgic exploration of Chinese-Australian restaurants, based on her TV series. Jennifer shares insights into her writing journey and balancing her work across different media. 00:00 Introduction and welcome 00:20 Catching up after a trip 00:52 Listener shouto…
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699. Mark Mupotsa-Russell and Dani Vee: The Hitwoman's Guide to Reducing Household Debt
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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.
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S2 E15: Date With A Debut - The Deed by Susannah Begbie and interviewer Nick Wasiliev
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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…
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WRITER 629: How Jess Horn scored her picture book deal
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Meet children's author Jess Horn, who shares her journey in writing, the inspiration behind her book Bernie Thinks in Boxes, and her intensive writing process. Jess also details her experience securing a book deal, the value of feedback, and the importance of community in the writing world. Jess provides tips for aspiring authors on maintaining pas…
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WRITER 628: Meet Scott Ryder, a former Australian commando, on his memoir 'Forged in Fire'.
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Meet Scott Ryder, a former Australian commando, who discusses his memoir Forged in Fire, detailing his 22-year military career and the transition to civilian life. Forged in Fire takes us inside the secretive world of the commandos. 00:00 Introduction 01:18 Nat Newman’s writing tip 09:15 Giveaway: The Blanket Cats by Kiyoshi Shigematsu 11:31 Word o…
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698. Danielle Binks and Dani Vee: Six Summers of Tash and Leopold
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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.
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S2 E14 - Date With A Debut - Big Time by Jordan Prosser
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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.
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WRITER 627: Award-winning picture book author Sandhya Parappukkaran
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Meet Sandhya Parappukkaran, a picture book author with four wonderful books that have all been shortlisted or have won Premier’s Literary awards. This is a huge achievement for this former food technologist who started writing picture books on a whim not that long ago! Sandhya discusses her journey to becoming an award-winning writer, the inspirati…
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WRITER 626: Lisa Kenway, author of the psychological thriller 'All You Took From Me'.
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Meet Lisa Kenway, author of the psychological thriller All You Took From Me. Lisa shares insights on how her medical background influenced her novel, the exhaustive research involved in writing about medieval reenactment, and the persistence required to secure a publishing deal after three years of pitching. 00:00 Introduction 02:25 Nat Newman's cr…
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697. Kylie Howarth and Dani Vee - Kev and Trev
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697. Kylie Howarth and Dani Vee - Kev and TrevBy Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
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WRITER 625: Bec Nanayakkara on her picture books 'Grow Big Little Seed' and 'The Book Star'.
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Meet Bec Nanayakkara who discusses her journey to becoming a published picture book author. Bec reveals how she got her book deals, her writing techniques, the illustration process, and much more. Also discover how our app recommendation can help you keep track of submissions. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:20 Special Series on Children's Aut…
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S2 E13 - Date With A Debut - The Pyramid of Needs by Ernest Price and Nick Wasiliev
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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, …
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696. Emily Tsokos Purtill and Dani Vee - Matia
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696. Emily Tsokos Purtill and Dani Vee - Matia by Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
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WRITER 624: Sandie Docker on how to ensure longevity in your author career
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Meet Sandie Docker, who shares her journey and strategies for ensuring longevity in your author career. Sandie emphasises the importance of networking, connecting with readers, and seeking help in areas outside of one’s expertise. She also discusses her role in starting the Northern Beaches Readers Festival and how it has benefited her career. 00:0…
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695. Li Chen and Dani Vee - Detective Beans and the Case of the Missing Hat
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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.
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WRITER 623: Exploring the world of children's writing with Cassy Polimeni
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Cassy Polimeni discusses her journey to becoming an author, the process of writing and publishing her books The Garden at the End of the World and Ella and The Amazing Frog Orchestra, and valuable insights into writing for the children's market. 00:00 Introduction to the podcast 02:02 Writing tips with Nat Newman 09:46 Interview with Cassy Polimeni…
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S2 E12 - Date With A Debut - To and Fro by Anton Clifford-Motopi
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WRITER 622: Louise Southerden on travel writing and her revealing memoir ‘Tiny’
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Meet memoirist Louise Southerden about her book Tiny, which details her experience building a tiny house while going through a challenging relationship. Louise shares her journey into travel writing, the dynamics of writing personal stories, and techniques for capturing the essence of travel experiences. 00:00 Introduction 04:16 Nat Newman’s writin…
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694. TAKEOVER: Jules Faber And Lara Cain Gray: The Grown-Up's Guide to Picture Books
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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…
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WRITER 621: Children’s author Carla Fitzgerald shares her five must-do tips for aspiring middle-grade authors
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Children’s author Carla Fitzgerald is author of the middle-grade novel How to Break a World Record and Survive Grade 5. Carla shares insights into writing compelling stories for children and offers five must-do tips for aspiring middle-grade authors. Additionally, Nat Newman provides a practical app tip about the benefits of using Google Docs. And …
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S2 E11 - Date With A Debut - Sit, Stay, Love (+ Love From Scratch) by Amy Hutton
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WRITER 620: Kate Forsyth on 5 essential lessons to make you a better writer
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In this special episode, we bring you an edited version of the recent webinar featuring bestselling author Kate Forsyth. The episode is jam-packed with insights, focusing on five essential lessons from different genres that can improve your writing. Kate Forsyth delves into historical fiction, crime and mystery, romance, fantasy, and magic realism,…
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693. Lisa Kenway and Dani Vee - All You Took From Me
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Lisa Kenway and Dani Vee - All You Took From Me - writing, new author, thriller.By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
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692. Chenee Marrapodi and Dani Vee - Publishing Stories and Breaking Pointe
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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.
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WRITER 619: Picture book author Deborah Frenkel on her creative process and creating a successful career.
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Meet Deborah Frenkel, author of four picture books including her most recent: 100 Schools Days and The Truck Cat. Deborah reveals her journey to publication, her creative process and tips for aspiring authors. 00:00 Introduction to the podcast 00:19 Special series on children's authors 01:34 Nat Newman's app tip of the week 10:43 Interview with Deb…
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WRITER 618: JP Pomare on writing gripping crime thrillers and his latest novel ’17 Years Later’.
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JP Pomare on writing gripping crime thrillers and his latest novel 17 Years Later. JP discusses his writing process, research methods, and experiences with book adaptations into TV series. The episode features insights on maintaining creativity, the importance of method writing, crafting captivating crime narratives, and tips for aspiring writers. …
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691. Brooke Scobie Jade Goodwin with Dani Vee: Yarn Quest
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A breathtaking fantasy-adventure trilogy. Do you dare step into the Realm? A magical journey awaits . . .By Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
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WRITER 617: Lian Tanner reveals 5 strategies you need for longevity in your author career.
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Meet Lian Tanner, who reveals 5 strategies you need to build longevity into your author career. Lian also discusses her latest picture book, When the Lights Went Out. Lian covers: writing to your passions rather than market demands, seeking valuable feedback, continually learning the craft, and being open to reinvention. She also shares her process…
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S2 E10:Date With A Debut - Mykaela Saunders and Nick Wasiliev on Always Will Be
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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…
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WRITER 616: Meet Julie Bennett, author of 'The Lost Letters of Rose Carey’.
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Meet Julie Bennett, author of The Lost Letters of Rose Carey. Julie discusses her writing process, the inspiration behind her novel, researching historical fiction and career journey so far. 00:00 Introduction and welcome 00:19 Exploring Rocketbook 04:06 Shoutout to Jane Sullivan 05:29 Nat Newman writing tip: Introduce a dinosaur 14:12 Book giveawa…
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