From the deep mountains of Appalachia to the fetid swamps of the bayou, GhostWritten aims to shine a light on the shadows that haunt the hallowed halls of the American South.
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Hosted by N.J Merritt, this show explores the story behind the stories and the worlds and characters authors create − a behind the scenes look at how literature develops from inspiration to the finished product.
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Strip Back The Pages S2 Ep01 - Unsung Heroes
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In this first episode of Season 2, N.J meets Andy Bubb, a volunteer of the Air Ambulance at their Melton Mowbray Superstore, appropriately named The Hangar, where they discuss the genre of books and DVD's this incredible charity finds are the most popular amongst their visitors. They discuss the work of the Air Ambulance and its vital, life-saving …
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 015 - Take Two : Season One Finale
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In this final episode of the first season, N.J looks back at the suggestions made by his guests regarding what genre to choose for his Boy Who Cried Wolf project. Following that, the host, in his latest Interlude of Disbelief, takes us through another shocking tale when an author fakes her own death before miraculously reappearing again in January …
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 014 - Magical Fantasy
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This week, N.J is in conversation with author, Galadriel Coffeen, co-author of Jubilant, book one of the Shallic Sea Chronicles, written with Anneliese Knop who was on the show a few weeks ago. Galadriel talks about how they met, her books, art, and the magic of her collaboration with Anneliese. Galadriel also gives her take on N.J's Boy Who Cried …
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 013 - James Patterson Book Review PLUS...
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This week, N.J once again welcomes Steph Goodacre to the show, where she reviews the James Patterson Sunday Times Bestseller, 20th Victim, a Women's Murder Club thriller, co-written by Maxine Paetro. PLUS... N.J and Steph discuss the most talked about book, Prince Harry's memoir, Spare. For information regarding James Patterson's books, go to www.j…
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 12 - Ghostwritten Memoir
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This week, N.J speaks again to author Christine Phillips, who first appeared on the third episode of this show when she spoke about her book, A Beautiful Lie. This time, they discuss how Chris went about the creative process with the help of a ghostwriter, just as Prince Harry did with his tell-all memoir, Spare, and Chris shares a bit more insight…
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 011 - Spare Bits & Pieces
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In this first show of the New Year, N.J shares his plans for 2023, introduces his new feature, and takes a look at Prince Harry's number one best-selling memoir, Spare. Chris Ryan-Taylor can be contacted at www.hostcat.co.uk Special thanks to Leighton Morrell of Glass House Studios for mastering the Strip Back The Pages signature tune - Copyright (…
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 010 - Christmas Special
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In this week's episode, N.J welcomes back Jess Haynes as they discuss Charles Dickens' novella, A Christmas Carol and what a typical Christmas was like in Victorian times. Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, and a blessed New Year to you all. A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens, is available in several different formats. Simply search for your prefe…
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 009 - Holiday Countdown
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In this episode, N.J chats briefly with author Christine Phillips as they prepare for Christmas and plan their next discussion - working with a ghostwriter. Christine also has a very interesting take regarding what genre to choose for N.J's The Boy Who Cried Wolf project. To find out more... For further information about Christine's book, A Beautif…
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 008 - Reaching the Summit
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This week, N.J is in conversation with author, Anneliese Knop, who recently smashed the NaNoWriMo challenge. They discuss how she achieved it, her various writing projects, and Anneliese's disability lifestyle website. For more information, go to www.lookonthedarkside.com where you will find features including From Four Eyes to Four Legs, and detai…
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 007 - James Patterson Special
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In this episode, N.J speaks again with Steph Goodacre in this first in a series of book reviews. Steph tells us about her favourite author, James Patterson, and the vast array of books he has written, including the Alex Cross and Women's Murder Club series. James is an inspiration to all aspiring authors. Steph concludes the interview by sharing he…
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 006 - Interactive Part 1
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In this episode, N.J explores where we read and takes a first glimpse into what are considered to be the most popular genres. He also introduces his new project, to re-work the Boy Who Cried Wolf fable over the coming months, which will ultimately be shared on this show as an audio immersive experience. Step one... is to choose a genre. You can con…
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 005 - The Ultimate Challenge
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In this episode, N.J explains how he won the NaNoWriMo 50,000 word challenge in 2020, after much encouragement from his mentor, with a final word count of 50,145. He then goes on to demonstrate how creativity works through a break down of how he composed, arranged and produced his show's signature tune. N.J's mentor, Daren King, writes time travel …
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 004 - The Legend of Sherlock Holmes
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This week, N.J chats to Sherlock Holmes super-fan Jess Haynes. They discuss various aspects regarding the Victorian detective and begin exploring life in Victorian England. To be continued when they discuss another story in a few weeks from the Victorian era. You can contact N.J in the following ways:- Email : stripbackthepages@gmail.com Twitter : …
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 003 - A Beautiful Lie
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In this week's episode, N.J talks to author Christine Phillips about her book, A Beautiful Lie, which covers issues such as dealing with a life-changing medical diagnosis, and how she survived a three and a half year relationship full of controlling and narcissistic behaviour. Regarding the online help and support groups for those suffering from MS…
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 002 - Bram Stoker’s Dracula Halloween Special
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It's that time of year again, so your host thought it was time for some fun. This week, N.J's first guest, Steph Goodacre, who is an avid reader and will be doing some book reviews on the show over the coming months, joins him as they discuss Halloween and things that go bump in the night. Their main topic is Bram Stoker's Dracula where they take a…
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Strip Back The Pages Episode 001 - Once Upon A Time
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In this first episode, your host, N.J introduces himself and shares a glimpse of his own life story from professional musician to fictional writer. Follow him on this first step of his journey into becoming a fully fledged published author. N.J looks at some of the sinister stories that our innocent nursery rhymes are based on. You can contact N.J …
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This show follows the journey of both readers and writers as they explore the worlds' only books and audio-visual media can take us to. The host, N.J, talks to fellow literary and musical creators as they candidly strip back the pages to reveal the story behind their stories. Enjoy! Episode 001 will be released on all major podcast platforms on Wed…
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