Best Fife Creative Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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WRITER 619: Picture book author Deborah Frenkel on her creative process and creating a successful career. 30:33

14m ago30:33

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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’. 1:03:25

3d ago1:03:25

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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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WRITER 617: Lian Tanner reveals 5 strategies you need for longevity in your author career. 44:47

36m ago44:47

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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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WRITER 616: Meet Julie Bennett, author of 'The Lost Letters of Rose Carey’. 55:37

15h ago55:37

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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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WRITER 615: Meet Anna Johnston, author of 'The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife'. 47:23

15d ago47:23

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Meet Anna Johnston, author of The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife, her rapid success, and her writing process. 00:00 Introduction 01:15 Literary competitions and overcoming fear 02:58 Nat Newman writing tip: Taking your character on a date 10:24 Book giveaway: Two Daughters by Alison Edwards 11:52 Word of the week: Desuetude 13:23 Interview with au…

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WRITER 614: Victoria Purman, author of 'The Radio Hour’, on character development, writing about the past and more. 58:08

15d ago58:08

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Meet author Victoria Purman, an accomplished historical fiction writer, who delves into her research and writing process, the inspiration behind her latest book The Radio Hour. Victoria offers valuable writing tips and the episode provides a deep dive into her journey, character development, and practical advice for aspiring writers. 00:00 Welcome …

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WRITER 613: Meet Amy T. Matthews, who also writes as Amy Barry and Tess LeSue! 56:24

22d ago56:24

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Meet Amy T. Matthews, an award-winning author and associate professor, about her varied writing career under different pseudonyms, where she shares her approach to balancing multiple writing projects and her thoughts on the romance genre. All of Amy’s books are traditionally published and she also writes under Amy Barry and Tess LeSue. 00:00 Introd…

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WRITER 612: Meet Petronella McGovern, author of 'The Last Trace', on how to build narrative tension and keep readers turning the page. 49:25

29d ago49:25

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Meet Petronella McGovern, author of The Last Trace. Petronella shares her top 5 tips on creating narrative tension and so that readers keep turning the page. You'll discover techniques on character development, the challenges of editing, writing cliffhangers, ensuring you have internal and external conflicts and much more. 00:00 Introduction and we…

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WRITER 611: Lia Hills, author of The Desert Knows Her Name, on how she wrote her first draft in two weeks using a voice software! 56:43

1M ago56:43

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Meet award-winning poet, novelist, and translator Lia Hills. Lia reveals her innovative approach of narrating her novel, The Desert Knows Her Name, using voice recognition software while on location in the desert. She completed her first draft in TWO WEEKS! You’ll discover Lia’s methodology, challenges, and the profound connection between place and…

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WRITER 610: Meet Kyra Geddes, author of 'The Story Thief' 58:02

1M ago58:02

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Meet Kyra Geddes, author of The Story Thief. Kyra discusses her journey from idea to publication, the importance of research, and the challenges of editing her manuscript. The episode concludes with writing tips and a book giveaway: The Wrong Man by Tim Ayliffe. 00:00 Introduction 01:33 Nat Newman’s writing tips 09:10 Book giveaway: The Wrong Man b…

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WRITER 609: Hachette’s Vanessa Radnidge on why you should enter the Richell Prize. 19:23

2M ago19:23

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In this special time-sensitive episode of 'So You Want to be a Writer,' Valerie Khoo discusses the prestigious Richell Prize with Vanessa Radnidge, Head of Narrative Nonfiction and Literary at Hachette. The episode dives into the details and benefits of entering this unique prize, which offers a $10,000 reward and a year-long mentorship with a Hach…

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WRITER 608: Meet Michael Brissenden who chats about his novel 'Smoke’ 56:11

2M ago56:11

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Meet Michael Brissenden who chats about his latest novel Smoke. He discusses his research process, where he gets his ideas, how he uses a whiteboard in his writing process and transition from journalism to fiction writing. 0:00 Introduction and welcome 00:23 Success story: Sarah Speedie 03:40 Nat Newman's writing tips 05:58 Finding beta readers 12:…

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WRITER 607: Author Pamela Freeman and illustrator Liz Anelli on how they collaborated to create 'Seed to Sky: Life in the Daintree' 1:01:38

2M ago1:01:38

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Meet author Pamela Freeman and illustrator Liz Anelli. They discuss their collaborative process in creating the picture book Seed to Sky: Life in the Daintree. They talk about the research, writing, and illustration process, how they balance text and visuals, and the importance of accuracy in children’s non-fiction. 00:00 Introduction and welcome 0…

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WRITER 606: B.M. Carroll on her latest novel 'One Of Us Is Missing' 48:52

2M ago48:52

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Valerie interviews B.M. Carroll, whose latest thriller, One of Us Is Missing, revolves around a family dealing with a mysterious disappearance of one family member during a concert. The conversation also touches on B.M. Carroll's writing process, character development, and the importance of feedback and rewriting. 00:00 Introduction and shoutout to…

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WRITER 605: Amy Hutton on her novels 'Love From Scratch' and 'Sit, Stay Love'. 59:05

3M ago59:05

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Amy Hutton, author of Love From Scratch and Sit, Stay, Love. Amy discusses her journey from TV producer to successful romance novelist, the importance of social media presence for authors, and practical tips for aspiring writers. Host Valerie Khoo also chats to author Nat Newman who shares her experience with the Meisner acting technique, and provi…

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WRITER 604: Valerie talks to copywriting guru Bernadette Schwerdt on how she co-wrote entrepreneur Radek Sali’s memoir, 'How to Build a Billion Dollar Business'. 51:40

3M ago51:40

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Explore the world of co-writing and collaboration with Radek Sali and Bernadette Schwerdt. They explore the collaborative effort behind writing Radek’s book, How to Build a Billion Dollar Business, discussing challenges, the process of co-writing, the importance of capturing emotional depth in storytelling, and the profound impact of building a pur…

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WRITER 603: Picture book author Megan Daley on how to nurture your children to become readers. 46:31

3M ago46:31

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Meet Megan Daley, author of The Beehive. Megan talks about her passion for children’s literature, her role as a teacher librarian, and her picture book The Beehive. She also discusses her book Raising Readers, which emphasises the importance of instilling a love of reading in children from a young age and offers practical advice for parents. 00:00 …

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WRITER 602: Meet Jo Peck, author of the memoir 'Suddenly Single at Sixty'. 48:24

3M ago48:24

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Meet Jo Peck, whose memoir Suddenly Single at Sixty details her journey through divorce and rediscovery. Jo discusses her writing process, the therapeutic value of journalling, the challenges of constructing a memoir , and her inspirations. She also offers advice for writers on being honest in their writing and the importance of self-analysis. 00:0…

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WRITER 601: Meet Deborah Abela, author of 'The Kindness Project', her 29th book! 59:44

3M ago59:44

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Meet Deborah Abela, author of The Kindness Project. Deborah is one of Australia’s most beloved children's authors. Her latest middle grade novel is The Kindness Project, which is her 29th book. Recently, she also released the Book of Wondrous Possibilities. While Deb writes mainly in middle grade, she has also written chapter books and picture book…

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WRITER 600: Meet Inda Ahmad Zahri, author of 5 picture books. 49:08

4M ago49:08

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Meet Indah Ahmad Zahri, author of 5 picture books including her latest How To Measure The Ocean. Indah, a doctor turned picture book author, delves into her career transition, the inspiration behind her books, and her advocacy work. 00:00 Celebrating 600 episodes: A journey of writing and publishing 01:19 Upcoming seminar: Mastering action in story…

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WRITER 599: Becky Holmes on her memoir 'Keanu Reeves Is Not In Love With You' 59:45

4M ago59:45

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Introducing Story Seeds! A month’s worth of writing prompts that you get for free. Find out how to get Story Seeds for May. The episode features Becky Holmes, author of Keanu Reeves Is Not In Love With You, a memoir and exploration into online romance scams. Becky shares her journey from opening a Twitter account during lockdown that led to interac…

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WRITER 598: Mary Anastasiou, picture book author and managing editor at Five Mile. 51:01

4M ago51:01

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Meet Mary Anastasiou, picture book author and managing editor at Five Mile Press, as well as a former creative director at Larrikin House. Mary shares her journey from aspiring writer to influential figure in the children's book industry, highlighting the challenges and rewards of publishing picture books. She discusses the importance of illustrato…

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WRITER 597: Kell Woods on her novel 'After The Forest'. 52:50

4M ago52:50

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Meet author Kell Woods, who discusses her approach to writing, her novel After the Forest, a sequel to Hansel and Gretel, and the blend of history and fantasy in her work. Kell shares insights on the research and discipline required to weave together historical accuracy and compelling storytelling. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and liste…

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WRITER 596: Carrie Sun on her memoir 'Private Equity' 1:10:26

5M ago1:10:26

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Meet Carrie Sun, whose memoir Private Equity explores her journey from a high-paced finance role to embracing a writing career. Carrie discusses her writing process, the challenges of memoir writing, and the transformation she underwent during her time in the finance industry. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast co…

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WRITER 595: Jodi Gibson on the world of indie publishing and her latest novel Reinventing Emily Brown 50:40

5M ago50:40

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Is indie publishing right for you. Discover the intricacies of indie publishing with author Jodi Gibson. Delve into Jodi’s journey across traditional and independent publishing avenues for her novels. She highlights the distinct processes involved in each. Jodi shares valuable tips for indie authors, ranging from understanding why you want to indie…

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WRITER 594: Charlotte Barkla on her latest novel '11 Ruby Road: 1900'. 40:27

5M ago40:27

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Meet Charlotte Barkla, who discusses her latest novel 11 Ruby Road: 1900, a series set over a hundred years in the same house, capturing the essence of family, friendship, community, and historical events. Charlotte shares her journey from engineering and teaching to becoming a children's author, the challenges and joys of writing for young readers…

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WRITER 593: Liam Pieper on his latest novel Appreciation and his ‘day job’ as a ghostwriter for bestselling books. 49:55

5M ago49:55

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Meet author and ghostwriter Liam Pieper about his latest novel Appreciation. The novel centres around a famous artist trying to rehabilitate his fame with the help of a ghostwriter. Liam also discusses his “day job” as a ghostwriter, the importance of getting along with the client and shaping their narrative according to their needs. Read the show …

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WRITER 592: Karina May, author of Never Ever Forever, on publishing 3 books in 15 months. 50:43

5M ago50:43

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Meet Karina May, author of Never Ever Forever, who talks about author branding, the business of writing and publishing 3 books in 15 months. Host Valerie Khoo also chats to author Nat Newman on her writing tip for the week, Valerie’s involvement in the 100-day project, a global initiative that encourages creatives to commit to producing something n…

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WRITER 591: Jane Tara on her novel 'Tilda is Visible'. 46:21

6M ago46:21

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Meet Jane Tara, who discusses her latest novel Tilda is Visible, where the female protagonist is diagnosed with invisibility as she progresses into her 50s. Jane discusses experiences of feeling invisible, implications on self-perception, the way society views aging, and the healing journey of self-discovery. Read the show notes Connect with Valeri…

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WRITER 590: Jamelle Wells on going bush for 'The Outback Court Reporter'. 54:58

6M ago54:58

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Meet Jamelle Wells, author of The Outback Court Reporter. Both a newsreader and senior court reporter for ABC, Jamelle reveals the intricate and sometimes unexpected dynamics witnessed during her time covering diverse cases in city and rural courts. She chats about the cultural differences, compelling cases, struggles of court reporting, and the im…

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WRITER 589: Natalie Murray on her contemporary romance novel, 'Love Just In'. 41:32

6M ago41:32

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Meet author Natalie Murray on her journey to becoming a writer and her contemporary romance novel, Love Just In. Natalie discusses how she's co-written novels, tips on how to work on characters and plot lines, and the benefits of doing courses at Australian Writers' Centre. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast commu…

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WRITER 588: Liz Foster on her novel 'The Good Woman's Guide to Making Better Choices' 1:06:46

6M ago1:06:46

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Liz Foster shares her journey from discovering writing as a creative outlet during recovery from breast cancer, to becoming a published author with The Good Woman's Guide to Making Better Choices. The podcast episode explores Liz’s habits and strategies for success, including the importance of setting micro-goals, maintaining a daily 1,000-word cou…

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WRITER 587: Stepping into Success with Author Jenna Lo Bianco 52:36

7M ago52:36

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Stepping into Success with Author Jenna Lo Bianco. Are you ready for the upcoming special writing event on Romance writing? Meet special guest Jenna Lo Bianco, author of The Italian Marriage, discusses her journey from aspiring writer enduring rejections to being a successful author. Jenna shares her strategic approach to market her book, the proce…

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WRITER 586: Developing skills and techniques as an aspiring writer: Novelist Jo Riccioni reveals her secrets 49:02

7M ago49:02

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Developing Skills and Techniques as an Aspiring Writer: Interview with novelist Jo Riccioni. Host Valerie Khoo and Jo discuss Jo’s latest novel The Rising, the process of writing a duology, her love for fantasy writing, and the importance of cultivating a detailed and authentic world in fantasy literature. Jo also shares how she came up with names …

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WRITER 585: Michelle Upton on writing her novel 'Emergency Exit Only'. 1:06:03

7M ago1:06:03

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Host and CEO of the Australian Writers' Centre, Valerie Khoo, shares her recent experiences, including mentoring members of the freelance writing masterclass program and editing a manuscript. She also talks about the importance of creative curiosity and not limiting yourself to one passion. The guest for this episode is Michelle Upton, an author wh…

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WRITER 584: Michael Thompson's debut novel, How To Be Remembered, is being adapted into a movie. 50:09

7M ago50:09

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Meet Michael Thompson, a journalist, producer, media executive, and author of the novel How To Be Remembered. He shares his journey from being a journalist to becoming a published novelist, his inspiration behind his unique book premise, tackling numerous rejections, the movie deal for his novel, his writing process, and advice for aspiring writers…

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WRITER 583: Vikki Conley on her success with 11 picture books. 53:52

8M ago53:52

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Meet author Vicki Conley. As an award-winning author with 11 internationally published picture books, Vicki shares her journey starting from her childhood experiences, writing career in marketing and journalism to her success as a writer. She discusses the themes and inspirations behind her books and also provides valuable advice for aspiring autho…

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WRITER 582: Chris Hammer on 'The Seven' and adapting his novels to TV 1:01:39

8M ago1:01:39

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How to navigate the challenges that often emerge towards the end of the year. Valerie also discusses her own personal career reinvention from accountant to writer. An interview with leading Australian crime author Chris Hammer, where Chris discusses his latest best-selling novel, The Seven, and his approach to telling stories through multiple timel…

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WRITER 581: Alli Parker on her novel 'At The Foot Of The Cherry Tree'. 46:31

8M ago46:31

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Meet Alli Parker, author of the Australian historical fiction novel, At the Foot of the Cherry Tree. The novel is based on the real-life story of Alli's grandparents, who were among the first Australian-Japanese couples after the Second World War. The discussion covers Alli's journey as a writer, her transition from screenwriting to novel writing, …

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WRITER 580: Benjamin Stevenson on his latest novel 'Everyone on this Train is a Suspect' 57:34

9M ago57:34

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We chat to award-winning stand-up comedian and author, Benjamin Stevenson, about his latest novel, Everyone on this Train is a Suspect and the success of his previous novel, Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone. Benjamin discusses his unique skill set of being both a mystery writer and a comedian, and how he fused both in his books. He also sha…

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WRITER 579: Jillian Cantor on her gripping novel 'The Fiction Writer'. 43:39

9M ago43:39

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We chat to best-selling author Jillian Cantor. Jillian shares her experiences with the writing process, and her newest book The Fiction Writer. Discussing her transition from historical to contemporary fiction, how she develops characters, and her writing routine. She also shares her top three tips for aspiring writers. Additionally, Valerie takes …

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WRITER 578: Christos Tsiolkas on his latest novel 'The In-Between'. 1:02:41

9M ago1:02:41

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In episode 578 of 'So You Want To Be A Writer', Valerie Khoo, the CEO of the Australian Writers' Centre, talks about her passion for fostering a love of reading in young people, her Christmas shopping struggles, and ongoing writing projects. Special guest Nat Newman shares her experiences with theatre and film productions, and offers advice on corr…

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WRITER 577: Linguist and accent expert Rob Drummond on 'You're All Talk: Why We Are What We Speak' 57:42

9M ago57:42

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Ever wondered why how the pronunciation of words evolves, why accents are formed – and why the way we talk differs depending on who we're speaking to? Rob Drummond discusses this and also phenomena like the Australian tendency to “uptalk” at the end of sentences, the Great Vowel Shift and whether Julia Gillard’s accent really was “too Australian”! …

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WRITER 576: Joanna Nell on her novel 'Mrs Winterbottom Takes a Gap Year' and how to build a career as a bestselling author 48:25

9M ago48:25

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AWC alumni Joanna Nell is a bestselling author and her fifth novel is Mrs Winterbottom Takes a Gap Year. She has carved out a successful literary career alongside her work as s medical doctor. When Joanna first explored the world of writing, she completed several courses at the Australian Writers' Centre. One of the writing exercises she did in her…

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WRITER 575: Christine Wells on her journey from lawyer to full time author and her latest novel 'The Royal Windsor Secret'. 51:20

10M ago51:20

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Christine Wells on her journey from lawyer to full time author and her latest novel The Royal Windsor Secret. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Australian Writers' Centre

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WRITER 574: Lucy Lever on how she got a book deal for her novel 'Mystic Ridge'. 34:40

10M ago34:40

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Lucy Lever on her novel Mystic Ridge. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Australian Writers' Centre

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WRITER 573: Literary agent Samuel Bernard on what agents are looking for 48:11

10M ago48:11

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Literary agent Samuel Bernard on what agents are looking for. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Australian Writers' Centre

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WRITER 572: Vikki Marmaras scores three book deals and reveals the process behind her latest book, I Spy Treasure. 39:38

10M ago39:38

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Vikki Marmaras scores three book deals and reveals the process behind her latest book, I Spy Treasure. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Australian Writers' Centre

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WRITER 571: Hedley Thomas on justice, journalism and his memoir 'The Teacher's Pet'. 59:51

10M ago59:51

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Hedley Thomas on justice, journalism and his memoir The Teacher's Pet. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Australian Writers' Centre

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WRITER 570: Lauren Jackson on how she went viral on TikTok and scored her book deals. 39:56

10M ago39:56

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Lauren Jackson on how she went viral on TikTok and scored her book deals. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Australian Writers' Centre

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