Best Stig Abell Podcasts (2024)

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87. Author Interview with Jo Callaghan 58:05

6h ago58:05

58:05

Frankie is future-gazing with Jo Callaghan, author of In the Blink of an Eye and Leave No Trace, to discuss how much "luck" can play a part in publishing, the impact of AI on the industry and how to balance life and full-time job with writing. Follow Jo on Twitter at @JoCallaghanKat. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Fo…

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Episode 129 - Karin Slaughter, This Is Why We Lied, Cricket in America 29:19

3d ago29:19

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In this episode we speak to thriller fiction legend Karin Slaughter, discuss her latest book This Is Why We Lied, and touch on the cricket world cup in AmericaBy RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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86. Author Interview with Sally Hepworth 54:20

7d ago54:20

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Frankie is going down under with Sally Hepworth, author of Darling Girls, to discuss the importance of positive representation of neurodivergence in literature, changing the conversation on "villains" and how she managed not to fold under the pressure of laundry-gate. Follow Sally on Instagram at @sallyhepworth or visit her website at www.sallyhepw…

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85. Author Interview with Kate Mosse 55:27

14d ago55:27

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Frankie is setting sail with the iconic Commander Kate Mosse, author of The Ghost Ship and so many more incredible books, to find out the inspiration behind the latest chapter in the Joubert Family Chronicles, how to build trust with your readers and her plans for a new genre direction. Follow Kate on Twitter at @KateMosse and on Instagram at @kate…

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84. The Return of Karin Slaughter 51:42

16d ago51:42

51:42

Frankie will trent carefully as the legendary Karin Slaughter returns to discuss her latest book, This is Why We Lied, the art of creating complex characters, avoiding classic tropes and the importance of hope in crime stories. Follow Karin on Twitter at @SlaughterKarin and on Instagram at @karinslaughterauthor. Want to talk books? Email us at read…

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Episode 128 - Michael Robotham and MW Craven, Storm Child and The Mercy Chair, and Aussie Noir 40:15

17d ago40:15

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In this episode Australian thriller writer Michael Robotham and British crime writer MW Craven discuss their latest books Storm Child and The Mercy Chair. We also discuss the recent rise of Aussie Noir.By RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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83. Author Interview with Ellery Lloyd 54:26

20d ago54:26

54:26

Frankie is painting the town dead with Ellery Lloyd (aka Collette Lyons and Paul Vlitos), authors of The Final Act of Juliette Willoughby, as they discuss the art of truly collaborative writing, practical advice for historical research and the real artists that inspired their latest book. Follow Ellery Lloyd on Twitter at @ElleryLloydAuthor and on …

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82. Author Interview with Suk Pannu 54:24

23d ago54:24

54:24

Frankie is cooking up a storm with Suk Pannu, author of Mrs Sidhu’s ‘Dead and Scone’, as they discuss developing a beloved character across multiple mediums, balancing procedural policing with amateur sleuthing, the enduring genius of Agatha Christie and how John Betjeman did Slough dirty. Follow Suk on Twitter at @sukpannu and on Instagram at @suk…

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81. Author Interview with Katy Massey 54:01

29d ago54:01

54:01

Frankie is exploring 70s Leeds with Katy Massey, author of All Us Sinner, to discuss moving from memoirs to crime fiction, how her mother inspired her latest work, how to approach researching the recent past and the representation of sex workers in literature. Follow Katy on Twitter at @TangledRoots1. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpo…

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80. Author Interview with Chris Carter 1:04:17

1M ago1:04:17

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Frankie is stumbling upon a series of murders with Chris Carter, author of The Death Watcher, to find out how becoming a writer saved his life, the real events that inspired his latest book and why he'll always travel the world to meet his readers. Follow Chris on Instagram at @chriscarterbooksofficial. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburied…

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Episode 127 - Jo Callaghan, artificial intelligence policing, and AI Armageddon 33:26

1M ago33:26

33:26

In this episode we chat to author Jo Callaghan, to discuss her crime thrillers featuring an artificial intelligence policing hologram, and to debate the transformative impact of new technologies and the possibility of AI ArmageddonBy RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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79. Author Interview with Tim Weaver 1:00:23

1M ago1:00:23

1:00:23

Frankie says her first hello to Tim Weaver, author of The Last Goodbye, as they discuss adapting books for the screen, the discipline of writing constantly, creating characters that endure and the underated excellence of a Five Guys burger. Follow Tim on Twitter and Instagram at @timweaverbooks. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@…

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78. Author Interview with Stig Abell 59:01

1M ago59:01

59:01

Frankie found great company in a Lonely Place with Stig Abell, author of Death in a Lonely Place, as they discuss writing for the joy if it, how to fit your word count in around a very busy lifestyle, coming to terms with your writing ticks and the best Agatha Christie books. Follow Stig on Twitter at @StigAbell and on Instagram at @thestigabell. W…

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Episode 126 - Claire Douglas and David McCloskey and the British Book Awards 2024 34:20

2M ago34:20

34:20

In this special episode dedicated to the British Book Awards 2024 we chat to shortlisted authors Claire Douglas and David McCloskey, discussing their thrillers, the CIA, and boy band haircuts.By RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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77. Author Interview with John Connolly 51:13

2M ago51:13

51:13

Twice upon a time, Frankie visits a whole new world with John Connolly, author of The Land of Lost Things, to learn about the personal meaning behind his writing, bring folklore to life, being constantly annoyed and the ineffable simplicity of a plain cinnamon bun. Follow John on Twitter at @jconnollybooks and on Instagram at @johnconnollybooks. Wa…

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76. The Return of Helen Fields 50:21

2M ago50:21

50:21

Frankie is on the hunt for a killer with Helen Fields, author of Profile K, as she rises from the literary graveyard to discuss the importance of sharing the victim's story, the evolution of profiling technology and the makings of a murderer. Follow Helen on Twitter at @Helen_Fields and on Instagram at @helenfields_author, or visit her website at w…

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Episode 125 - Hunted and Finding Sophie, loans sharks and deadly Deliveroo drivers 44:42

2M ago44:42

44:42

In this episode we discuss new thrillers by Abir Mukherjee and Imran Mahmood, Hunted and Finding Sophie, chat about loans sharks and deadly Deliveroo drivers.By RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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75. Author Interview with Caz Frear 53:37

2M ago53:37

53:37

Frankie is making herself at home with Caz Frear, author of Five Bad Deads, as they discuss the differences in writing domestic noir vs. police procedurals, the dangers of self-perception and how her first book changed her life. Follow Caz on Instagram at @cazzifwrites. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Ins…

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74. Author Interview with J.M. Hall 55:01

2M ago55:01

55:01

Frankie is in a staff meeting with the wonderful J.M. Hall, scriptwriter and author of A Clock Stopped Dead, to discuss writing through anger with tea and sponge cake, dealing with unsolicited honesty and the soothing impact of a green pen. Follow Jonathan on Instagram at @jm_hall_writer. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.c…

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Episode 124 -Stig Abell, Death in a Lonely Place, press complaints, and falling satellites 37:33

2M ago37:33

37:33

In this episode we talk to journalist, broadcaster and crime writer, Stig Abell, about his new novel Death in a Lonely Place, working at the Press Complaints Commission, and the phenomenon of bits falling off satellites and back to Earth.By RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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73. Author Interview with Emily Freud 46:33

3M ago46:33

46:33

Frankie is backpacking through Thailand with the delightful Emily Freud, author of Her Last Summer, to discuss writing worlds that you know, the theraputic power of structuring a narrative, working "the twist" into a story and the life (and death) saving power of the Kindle. Follow Emily on Twitter at @MsEmilyFreud and Instagram at @emilyfreud_. Wa…

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72. Author Interview with Simon McCleave 38:11

3M ago38:11

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Frankie is exploring a remote island with Simon McCleave, author of The Drowning Isle, to discuss how his career in television and film development has influenced his approach to crime writing, what he learned from going on police ride-alongs and the iconic legacy of The Bill. Follow Simon on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at @simonmccleaveauthor …

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Episode 123 - Erin Young, gold kitchens, banned trousers, and Christianity's oldest religious book to ever go on sale 45:20

3M ago45:20

45:20

In this epside we chat to historical and thriller writer Erin Young, discuss her gold kitchen, banned trousers, and Christianity's oldest religious book to ever go on sale - the Crosby-Schøyen Codex.By RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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71. Author Interview with TM Payne 51:49

3M ago51:49

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Frankie is walking the streets of Liverpool with TM Payne, author of Long Time Dead, to find out all about her journey to becoming a crime writer, the key to writing a killer epigraph, the power of poetry and just how fun vegetables can be. Follow Tina on Twitter at @Tinap66Payne. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follo…

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70. Author Interview with C.L. Taylor 48:58

3M ago48:58

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Frankie sits down with the incredible C.L. Taylor, author of Every Move You Make, to discuss the horrors of stalking, writing about trauma, meeting your characters in real life and the best recipe for garlic bread. Follow Cally on Twitter at @callytaylor, on Instagram at @cltaylorauthor and sign up for her newsletter at www.cltaylorauthor.com. Want…

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69. Author Interview with Abigail Dean 49:02

3M ago49:02

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Frankie is down the rabbit hole with Abigail Dean, author of Day One and Girl A, to discuss conspiracy theories, how to write when you have a full-time job and her truly perfect hair. Follow Abigail on Twitter and Instagram at @abigailsdean. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Threads: @readandb…

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Episode 122 - Harriet Tyce, A Lesson in Cruelty, Chaucer's unfinished Canterbury tales 35:41

3M ago35:41

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In this episode we chat to crime writer Harriet Tyce, discuss her new book A Lesson in Cruelty, and pontificate on Chaucer's unfinished Canterbury talesBy RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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68. Author Interview with Jane Casey 46:10

4M ago46:10

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Frankie is on the Maeve with the wonderful Jane Casey, author of A Stranger in the Family, to discuss writing a long running series, carrying books in your head and the comforting power of mac and cheese. Follow Jane on Twitter and Instagram at @janecaseyauthor. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram a…

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67. Author Interview with Mandy Robotham 41:30

4M ago41:30

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Frankie is heading back in time with Mandy Robotham, author of The Hidden Storyteller, to discuss writing historical crime fiction, research highlights, the endless allure of spy stories and cracking knits. Follow Mandy on Twitter at @mandyrobothamuk and on Instagram at @robothammandy. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com …

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Episode 121 - Tony Kent, The Shadow Network, great legal thrillers, and the Old Bailey 31:30

4M ago31:30

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In this episode we chat to barrister and thriller writer Tony Kent, discuss great legal thrillers, and get a peek into the world's most famous courtroom at the Old BaileyBy RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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66. Author Interview with Gregg Hurwitz 54:09

4M ago54:09

54:09

Frankie is very X-cited to be joined by Gregg Hurwitz, author of the iconic Orphan X books and so much more, to discuss the latest instalment in series, the importance of reading broadly and the beauty of a dog's life. Follow Gregg on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok at @GreggHurwitz. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmai…

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65. Author Interview with Tina Baker 59:10

4M ago59:10

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Frankie faces down a tempest with the formidable Tina Baker, author of What We Did In The Storm, to discuss imposter syndrome, writing through trauma and the most adorable real-life meet-cute you'll ever hear. Follow Tina on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok at @tinabakerbooks. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on…

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Episode 120 - BA Paris, The Guest, and Arabian Noir with Michael Lynes and Alex Shaw 52:53

4M ago52:53

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In this episode we chat to bestselling crime writer BA Paris about her new novel The Guest, and discuss Arabian Noir, a crime anthology set in the Gulf, curated by writers Michael Lynes and Alex Shaw.By RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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64. Author Interview with Chris MacDonald 45:37

5M ago45:37

45:37

Frankie is backstage with Chris MacDonald, author of The Actor, to workshop the best way to write a thriller, the most intriguing true crime stories and the flashest way to exit stage left. Follow Chris on Twitter and Instagram at @chrismacdwriter. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Threads: @r…

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Dan 'Nitro' Clark: Original Gladiator 1:14:22

5M ago1:14:22

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He was one of the very first television gladiators, the yardstick of 'sports entertainment', Dan Clark is better known as Nitro to millions of people across the world and will forever be the true definition of a TV gladiator. In a new Netflix documentary, Muscles and Mayhem, Dan and his co-stars delve deep into the real world of American Gladiators…

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Episode 119 - Nita Prose, The Mystery Guest, dog poop DNA, and cold fusion powered hot baths 36:48

5M ago36:48

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In this epsiode we speak to Canadian mystery writer Nita Prose, discuss the advent of dog poop DNA testing, and muse on the recent advances in cold fusion science and how many hot baths the new tech might powerBy RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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63. Author Interview with Susan Allott 41:55

5M ago41:55

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Frankie's moving in with Susan Allott, author of The House on Rye Lane, to discuss writing across different timelines, polishing ideas and the unexpected perks of having your phone stolen. Follow Susan on Twitter at @susanallott and Instagram at @susanallottauthor or visit her website at www.susanallott.com. Want to talk books? Email us at readandb…

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Episode 118 - Anna O and Matthew Blake, homicidal sleepwalking, Guy Kennaway and Good Scammer, and the best ever Caribbean books 51:33

5M ago51:33

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In this bumper episode we chat to Anna O author Matthew Blake, discuss homicidal somnambulism, and then talk to Guy Kennaway, author of Good Scammer, while taking a look at some of the best books ever set in the Caribbean.By RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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62. Author Interview with Hannah Richell 41:17

5M ago41:17

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Frankie is braving the elements with Hannah Richell, author of The Search Party, to discuss the power of weather, a multitude of excellent business ideas and a number of minor poisonings. Follow Hannah on Twitter and Instagram at @hannahrichell. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Threads: @read…

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61. Author Interview with Araminta Hall 50:22

6M ago50:22

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Frankie sits down with Araminta Hall, author of One of the Good Guys, to discuss gendered violence, the post #MeToo world and the comforting power of a tuna baked potato. Follow Araminta on Twitter and Instagram at @aramintahall. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Threads: @readandburiedpodcast…

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60. Author Interview with Leonie Swann 47:05

6M ago47:05

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After a pretty big update, Frankie and Sarah are joined by the delightful Leonie Swann, author of The Sunset Years of Agnes Sharp, to talk getting older, curious sheep, grapefruit juice and more! Follow Leonie on Instagram at @_leonieswann. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Threads: @readandbu…

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Episode 117 - Chris Hammer, Scrublands, Funnel-Web Spiders, and New Year Gut Health 45:52

6M ago45:52

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In this episode we chat to Australian crime writer Chris Hammer, discuss the TV adapation of his novel Scrublands, talk about deadly funnel-web spiders, and present secrets for superior gut health in the new year.By RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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Episode 116 - Fenton's ten best novels of 2023, dodgy Xmas parties, and Micky Mouse set free 33:19

6M ago33:19

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In this episode prolific book blogger Tracy Fenton reviews her ten favourite novels of the past year, while we take a look at dodgy Xmas parties, and chat about Micky Mouse's original avatar arriving in the public domain.By RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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59. Author Interview with Sarah Moorhead 53:33

7M ago53:33

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Frankie and Sarah are rounding off the year by talking morality, murder and psychopathy with the magnificent Sarah Moorhead, author of The Treatment and Witness X! Buy the books that Sarah has written and recommended in this episode here: https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/books-written-and-recommended-by-sarah-moorhead Follow Sarah on Twitter at @semoo…

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Episode 115 - Andrew Lycett and The Worlds of Sherlock Holmes - with added Cucumber Sherlock. 33:06

7M ago33:06

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In this episode we talk to biographer Andrew Lycett, whose new work The Worlds of Sherlock Holmes explores anew the world's most famous detective. With added Cucumber Sherlock.By RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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58. Author Interview with Ruth Kelly 46:09

7M ago46:09

46:09

Frankie and Sarah are Chateauing the line with Ruth Kelly, author of The Escape, to discuss influencers, ghostwriting and the murder-inducing power of sour sweets. Buy the books that Ruth has written and recommended in this episode here: https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/books-written-and-recommended-by-ruth-kelly Follow Ruth on Twitter and Instagram a…

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Wes Cunliffe: From County Lines to the Rugby Pitch 1:04:52

7M ago1:04:52

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Please meet Wes Cunliffe - he has the most incredible story... As a teenager Wes was on the frontlines of county lines dealing. He's been stabbed multiple times, had literal run-ins with the law, and has experienced the harsh realities of a life fraught with struggle; Wes' life was one of survival. He is now flourishing on the rugby pitch, as well …

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Episode 114 - Imran Mahmood and Finding Sophie, author winterwear, and the most famous tea party in fiction 30:32

7M ago30:32

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In this episode we chat to barrister and author Imran Mahmood about his latest thriller, Finding Sophie; discuss the height of author winterwear, as modelled by your hosts; and dissect the most famous tea party in fiction.By RED HOT CHILLI WRITERS

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57. Author Interview with Alexandra Benedict 45:13

7M ago45:13

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Frankie and Sarah are ready to puzzle solve AND start a whole new business with the wonderful Alexandra Benedict, author of The Christmas Jigsaw Murders. Buy the books that Alexandra has written and recommended in this episode here: https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/books-written-and-recommended-by-alexandra-benedict Follow Alexandra on Twitter at @ak_…

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56. Author Interview with Chris Frost 1:00:03

8M ago1:00:03

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Frankie chills out with the ultra-cool Chris Frost, author of the new festive crime thriller The Killer's Christmas List! Buy the books that Chris has written and recommended in this episode here: https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/books-written-and-recommended-by-chris-frost Follow Chris on Twitter and Instagram at @cmacwritescrime. Want to talk books?…

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