Kirsty Manning's latest book Murder in Paris (Allen & Unwin) is the second of her Charlie James mysteries and takes the reader to pre-World War 2 France, a hot spot for the rich and well-to-do, but one with a bubbling undercurrent of drama and mystery. 

Kirsty explains how the story developed as well as her cast of characters and how, at the age of 40, she made the leap to beginning life as a writer. From an online writing course to navigating the challenging path to publication, Kirsty's own story is as fascinating as her novels.    

Thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, a one stop destination to plan your financial future. CSCG is a team of dedicated professionals who will help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Call them to find out more (03) 9974 8333 or visit www.cscg.com.au 

Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak  

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© 2026

Kirsty Manning's latest book Murder in Paris (Allen &amp; Unwin) is the second of her Charlie James mysteries and takes the reader to pre-World War 2 France, a hot spot for the rich and well-to-do, but one with a bubbling undercurrent of drama and mystery.&nbsp;
Kirsty explains how the story developed as well as her cast of characters and how, at the age of 40, she made the leap to beginning life as a writer. From an online writing course to navigating the challenging path to publication, Kirsty's own story is as fascinating as her novels.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
Thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, a one stop destination to plan your financial future. CSCG is a team of dedicated professionals who will help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Call them to find out more (03) 9974 8333 or visit <a href="https://www.cscg.com.au">www.cscg.com.au</a>&nbsp;
Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak&nbsp;&nbsp;
Post-production by Chris Gates
for Howdy Partners Media&nbsp;
&copy; 2026

Authorised with Kevin Hillier is a podcast where authors get the chance to talk about their work: past, present and future. Authorised gives a voice to the words of many talented writers across a wide and interesting array of areas including food, sport, music, history, true crime, self help, entertainment, fiction and more.

Hosted by Kevin Hillier, a radio broadcaster of enormous experience who has interviewed everyone from Prime Ministers to rock stars, sporting icons and actors - you name it.

Authorised with Kevin Hillier is a podcast where authors get the chance to talk about their work: past, present and future. Authorised gives a voice to the words of many talented writers across a wide and interesting array of areas including food, sport, music, history, true crime, self help, entertainment, fiction and more.
Hosted by Kevin Hillier, a radio broadcaster of enormous experience who has interviewed everyone from Prime Ministers to rock stars, sporting icons and actors - you name it.

Authorised with Kevin Hillier

Authorised with Kevin Hillier is a podcast where authors get the chance to talk about their work: past, present and future. Authorised gives a voice to the words of many talented writers across a wide and interesting array of areas including food, sport, music, history, true crime, self help, entertainment, fiction and more.

Hosted by Kevin Hillier, a radio broadcaster of enormous experience who has interviewed everyone from Prime Ministers to rock stars, sporting icons and actors - you name it.

Authorised is a Howdy Partners Media Production.  

Authorised with Kevin Hillier is a podcast where authors get the chance to talk about their work: past, present and future. Authorised gives a voice to the words of many talented writers across a wide and interesting array of areas including food, sport, music, history, true crime, self help, entertainment, fiction and more.
Hosted by Kevin Hillier, a radio broadcaster of enormous experience who has interviewed everyone from Prime Ministers to rock stars, sporting icons and actors - you name it.
Authorised is a Howdy Partners Media Production. &nbsp;

Authorised 2026 Episode 14 Kirsty Manning 

In this episode meet authors Emma Styles and Matt Rogers. Emma's second book The Shark (Hachette Australia) proved to be a real challenge for Emma as a writer but one she navigated successfully to deliver a page turning thriller. 

Matt Rogers is a seasoned writer, having self-published more than 30 books - but his latest The Damned is his second for traditional publishers Simon & Schuster. Matt chats about the different perspective this latest venture has given him.  

Thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, a one stop destination to plan your financial future. CSCG is a team of dedicated professionals who will help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Call them to find out more (03) 9974 8333 or visit www.cscg.com.au 

Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak  

Post-production by Chris Gates

for Howdy Partners Media 

© 2026

In this episode meet authors Emma Styles and Matt Rogers. Emma's second book The Shark (Hachette Australia) proved to be a real challenge for Emma as a writer but one she navigated successfully to deliver a page turning thriller.&nbsp;
Matt Rogers is a seasoned writer, having self-published more than 30 books - but his latest The Damned is his second for traditional publishers Simon &amp; Schuster. Matt chats about the different perspective this latest venture has given him.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, a one stop destination to plan your financial future. CSCG is a team of dedicated professionals who will help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Call them to find out more (03) 9974 8333 or visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cscg.com.au">www.cscg.com.au</a>&nbsp;
Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak&nbsp;&nbsp;
Post-production by Chris Gates
for Howdy Partners Media&nbsp;
&copy; 2026

Authorised 2026 Episode 15 Emma Styles & Matt Rogers 

Another double banger episode with authors Laura McCluskey and Steve Worland. 

Laura brings The Cursed Road (Harper Collins), her second book and the next instalment of with her main characters Lennox and Stewart. Laura takes us through her creative and writing process and the unusual places ideas come from.

Swear Wolves (Penguin) is a children's book with a big difference, as the title suggests. Author Steve Worland shares the thinking behind this book and how it came to be and his passion for getting kids into reading books.     

Thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, a one stop destination to plan your financial future. CSCG is a team of dedicated professionals who will help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Call them to find out more (03) 9974 8333 or visit www.cscg.com.au 

Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak  

Post-production by Steve Visscher 

for Howdy Partners Media 

© 2026

Another double banger episode with authors Laura McCluskey and Steve Worland.&nbsp;
Laura brings The Cursed Road (Harper Collins), her second book and the next instalment of with her main characters Lennox and Stewart. Laura takes us through her creative and writing process and the unusual places ideas come from.
Swear Wolves (Penguin) is a children's book with a big difference, as the title suggests. Author Steve Worland shares the thinking behind this book and how it came to be and his passion for getting kids into reading books.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;
Thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, a one stop destination to plan your financial future. CSCG is a team of dedicated professionals who will help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Call them to find out more (03) 9974 8333 or visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cscg.com.au">www.cscg.com.au</a>&nbsp;
Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak&nbsp;&nbsp;
Post-production by Steve Visscher&nbsp;
for Howdy Partners Media&nbsp;
&copy; 2026

Authorised 2026 Episode 13 Laura McCluskey & Steve Worland

The very talented Sarah Bailey returns to the podcast to chat about the follow-up to her very successful last novel 'The Housemate' which she discussed last time (Series 2 Ep 23  October 2021). As Sarah explains, she wasn't planning a follow-up, it just happened. 'Click' (Allen & Unwin) sees Oli Groves in a slightly new light and a story that will have you captivated from start to finish. Sarah also shares her thoughts on the ever-changing world of writing and creating as AI spreads its influence.        

Thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, a one stop destination to plan your financial future. CSCG is a team of dedicated professionals who will help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Call them to find out more (03) 9974 8333 or visit www.cscg.com.au 

Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak  

Post-production by Chris Gates 

for Howdy Partners Media 

© 2026

The very talented Sarah Bailey returns to the podcast to chat about the follow-up to her very successful last novel 'The Housemate' which she discussed last time (Series 2 Ep 23&nbsp; October 2021). As Sarah explains, she wasn't planning a follow-up, it just happened. 'Click' (Allen &amp; Unwin) sees Oli Groves in a slightly new light and a story that will have you captivated from start to finish. Sarah also shares her thoughts on the ever-changing world of writing and creating as AI spreads its influence.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;
Thanks to my podcast partners CSCG, a one stop destination to plan your financial future. CSCG is a team of dedicated professionals who will help you identify and achieve your financial goals. Call them to find out more (03) 9974 8333 or visit <a href="https://www.cscg.com.au">www.cscg.com.au</a>&nbsp;
Authorised with Kevin Hillier...where writers speak&nbsp;&nbsp;
Post-production by Chris Gates&nbsp;
for Howdy Partners Media&nbsp;
&copy; 2026

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