So You Want to be a Writer
So You Want to be a Writer
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.Social links:
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WRITER 642: Madeline Te Whiu on her trilogy and latest book, ‘The Queen Thief’
If you love fantasy, you’ll love our delightful interview with author Madeline Te Whiu, who shares her journey from writing her first book The Assassin Thief to completing her trilogy with her latest release, The Queen Thief. Madeline talks about her experience writing while working full-time, her …
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WRITER 641: Joe Aston on his tell-all book on Qantas, ‘The Chairman’s Lounge’
Fasten your seatbelts and stow those tray tables, as we interview Joe Aston about his latest book, The Chairman's Lounge – The inside Story of How Qantas Sold Us Out. Joe is a former Australian Financial Review columnist and he discusses his experience writing about Qantas, its CEO and the company’…
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WRITER 640: Susannah Glenn on her novel 'Between Husbands and Wives'
Meet Susannah Glenn, author of Between Husbands and Wives. Susannah discusses her writing process, overcoming self-doubt, and the importance of setting and character development. She highlights the impact of persistence, learning from setbacks, and taking writing courses. 00:00 Introduction 01:53 …
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WRITER 639: Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Sebastian Smee on his latest book ‘Paris in Ruins’
Meet Sebastian Smee, a Pulitzer Prize-winning art critic, who discusses his new book Paris in Ruins, its historical context, and the challenges of writing it. He also touches upon his previous book The Art of Rivalry, how to approach writing art criticism, and tips for aspiring writers. Sebastian n…
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WRITER 638: Mitch Jennings on his page-turning novel 'A Town Called Treachery'.
Meet Mitch Jennings, author of A Town Called Treachery, who shares his journey to becoming a novelist and his advice for aspiring writers. 00:00 Introduction 00:27 Reinvention 04:02 Writing opportunities and taking chances 07:58 Writing tip: The Pomodoro Technique 14:23 WIN: Everyone this Christma…
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WRITER 637: New York Times bestselling author Laura Dave on 'The Night We Lost Him' and 'The Last Thing He Told Me'.
Meet New York Times bestselling author Laura Dave, who talks about her latest novel The Night We Lost Him, her writing process, and adapting her hit novel The Last Thing He Told Me for television. Laura shares her approach to character development, writing routines, and advice for aspiring writers.…
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WRITER 636: Amanda Willimott on her novel 'Winter of the Wolf' and how she got her book deal.
Meet Amanda Willimott, who talks about her historical fiction novel Winter of the Wolf, informed by extensive research. Amanda reveals how she got her book deal with Penguin Random House and the power of persistence, planning and mentorship. 00:00 Introduction 03:56 Writing tip: Attend events 07:1…
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WRITER 635: Meet Christian White on his novel 'The Ledge' – and writing the Netflix hit ‘Clickbait’.
Meet bestselling author and screenwriter Christian White on his novel The Ledge and writing the Netflix hit Clickbait. his writing process, and his transition from books to screenwriting, including his work on TV shows like Clickbait and Apartment 7A. 00:00 Welcome to episode 635 01:46 Nat Newman'…
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WRITER 634: Ariane Beeston on her powerful memoir 'Because I'm Not Myself, You See’
Meet Ariane Beeston, who shares insights into her powerful memoir Because I'm Not Myself, You See, exploring postpartum psychosis, her writing journey, and the therapeutic yet challenging process of recounting personal experiences. This memoir is brave and beautifully written. As a graduate of Aust…
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WRITER 633: Paula Hawkins, author of 'The Blue Hour' and 'The Girl on the Train'.
Meet bestselling author Paula Hawkins, whose new book The Blue Hour explores a psychological thriller set on a Scottish island. Paula discusses her writing process, research on art, transition from a finance journalist to a novelist, how she wrote four romance novels under a pen name and her experi…
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