Join host Pamela Cook in this week's episode of Writes4Women for a deep dive into the books that have significantly influenced her writing journey.

Discover how THE HOURS by Michael Cunningham captured women's lives, THE ARTISTS’ WAY by Julia Cameron unlocked creativity, and Tim Winton's works enriched settings and characters. Explore the emotional depths in Emily Henry's romcoms and understand how diving into your favourite books can enhance your own writing craft.

Don't miss this insightful peek into a writer's psyche and process! 


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This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

Join host Pamela Cook in this week's episode of Writes4Women for a deep dive into the books that have significantly influenced her writing journey.
Discover how THE HOURS by Michael Cunningham captured women's lives, THE ARTISTS’ WAY by Julia Cameron unlocked creativity, and Tim Winton's works enriched settings and characters. Explore the emotional depths in Emily Henry's romcoms and understand how diving into your favourite books can enhance your own writing craft.
Don't miss this insightful peek into a writer's psyche and process!  
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This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. It's about writing the voice, reading the voice and being the voice. Every week host Pamela Cook, or a special guest host, interviews an outstanding female, trans or non-binary author about their books, writing process and life. Transcript available via the Writes4Women website. Video of most episodes available on the Writes4Women youtube channel. You can find out more about Writes4Women at www.writes4women.com

Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. It's about writing the voice, reading the voice and being the voice. Every week host Pamela Cook, or a special guest host, interviews an outstanding female, trans or non-binary author about their books, writing process and life. Transcript available via the Writes4Women website. Video of most episodes available on the Writes4Women youtube channel. You can find out more about Writes4Women at www.writes4women.com

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Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. In weekly episodes women's fiction author Pamela Cook and an all-star cast of guest hosts talk to women writers about the craft, business and heart of writing, along with a monthly feature on a new release author. If you're a writer you'll love the writing conversation and tips shared by the talented guests and if you're a reader you'll get a great insight into the writing process. Subscribe to the PamelaCook/Writes4Women mailing list via the website and check out the Patreon bonuses while you're there. And don't forget to follow the podcast on your favourite platform or find the audio and video wt writes4women.com

Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. In weekly episodes women's fiction author Pamela Cook and an all-star cast of guest hosts talk to women writers about the craft, business and heart of writing, along with a monthly feature on a new release author. If you're a writer you'll love the writing conversation and tips shared by the talented guests and if you're a reader you'll get a great insight into the writing process. Subscribe to the PamelaCook/Writes4Women mailing list via the website and check out the Patreon bonuses while you're there. And don't forget to follow the podcast on your favourite platform or find the audio and video wt writes4women.com

Join host Pamela Cook in this week's episode of Writes4Women for a deep dive into the books that have significantly influenced her writing journey.

Under the Influence: 4 Books that Shaped My Writing

In this episode of 'Writes for Women,' host Pamela Cook is joined by multi-published Australian author Sandie Docker to discuss her latest novel, 'The Lyrebird Lake Ladies Choir.' Sandie shares insights into her inspiration for the story, the challenges of writing dual timelines, and the emotional depth of her characters. The discussion also delves into the importance of author branding, the concept of belonging, and the therapeutic power of music.

Pam and Sandie also chat about the 'women's fiction' genre label and what's coming up at the Northern Beaches Readers Festival.



Timestamps:

06:56 Sandy Docker's Latest Release: The Liar, Bird Lake Ladies Choir

14:15 The Healing Power of Music

18:53 Writing Process and Inspirations

23:36 Challenges and Revisions

29:42 Dual Timelines and Character Development

31:54 Writing in Multiple Timelines

32:19 The Art of Character Development

34:27 Publishing Realities

34:53 Book Cover Evolution

41:31 Embracing Women's Fiction

46:28 Motherhood in Writing

51:17 Northern Beaches Readers Festival

55:11 The Heart of Writing: Hope



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Sandie Docker

Website: click here

Facebook: click here

Instagram: click here

Buy The Lyrebird Lake Ladies Choirhere



Pamela Cook

www.pamelacook.com.au

Facebook: click here

Twitter: click here 

Instagram: click here



This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

In this episode of 'Writes for Women,' host Pamela Cook is joined by multi-published Australian author Sandie Docker to discuss her latest novel, 'The Lyrebird Lake Ladies Choir.' Sandie shares insights into her inspiration for the story, the challenges of writing dual timelines, and the emotional depth of her characters. The discussion also delves into the importance of author branding, the concept of belonging, and the therapeutic power of music.
Pam and Sandie also chat about the 'women's fiction' genre label and what's coming up at the Northern Beaches Readers Festival.
 
Timestamps:
06:56 Sandy Docker's Latest Release: The Liar, Bird Lake Ladies Choir
14:15 The Healing Power of Music
18:53 Writing Process and Inspirations
23:36 Challenges and Revisions
29:42 Dual Timelines and Character Development
31:54 Writing in Multiple Timelines
32:19 The Art of Character Development
34:27 Publishing Realities
34:53 Book Cover Evolution
41:31 Embracing Women's Fiction
46:28 Motherhood in Writing
51:17 Northern Beaches Readers Festival
55:11 The Heart of Writing: Hope
 
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Facebook @writes4women
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Sandie Docker
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Buy The Lyrebird Lake Ladies Choir <a href="https://www.penguin.com.au/books/the-lyrebird-lake-ladies-choir-9781761046032">here</a>
 
Pamela Cook
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This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

Host Pamela Cook chats to Sandie Docker about the new release and getting heart into your writing.

Write From the Heart with Sandie Docker

This week on Writes4Women, get encouraged to reimagine your pathway to publishing. Pamela Cook hosts the unstoppable Sasha Wasley, diving into her riveting journey as a hybrid author. Don’t miss Sasha’s insights on being resilient in publishing, generating multiple revenue streams, and the exciting prospects of mixing traditional and indie publishing worlds! 

Timestamps:
Pam’s Introduction and Personal Writing Updates
Exciting News: Pam’s Backlist and New Publisher
Meet Today's Guest: Sasha Wasley
Kickstarter Success Strategies
Diving into TikTok
Exploring Substack
Balancing Multiple Writing Identities

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Sasha Wasley

Website: click here

Instagram: click here

Facebook: click here

Substack: https://sashawasley.substack.com/

Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostling/ghostling-a-paranormal-novel/



Pamela Cook

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This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

This week on Writes4Women, get encouraged to reimagine your pathway to publishing. <a href="https://www.pamelacook.com.au/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.pamelacook.com.au/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1721382419827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2yKWXYSPDfStkCAYDjCFMn">Pamela Cook</a> hosts the unstoppable <a href="https://sashawasley.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://sashawasley.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1721382419827000&amp;usg=AOvVaw39h1rm2j0hMI3wsgXogCcg">Sasha Wasley</a>, diving into her riveting journey as a hybrid author. Don’t miss Sasha’s insights on being resilient in publishing, generating multiple revenue streams, and the exciting prospects of mixing traditional and indie publishing worlds!  Timestamps: Pam’s Introduction and Personal Writing Updates Exciting News: Pam’s Backlist and New Publisher Meet Today's Guest: Sasha Wasley Kickstarter Success Strategies Diving into TikTok Exploring Substack Balancing Multiple Writing Identities
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Sasha Wasley
Website: click <a href="https://sashawasley.com/">here</a>
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Substack: <a href="https://sashawasley.substack.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://sashawasley.substack.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1721382435534000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2LlSIL74vjSmlPUj_f1xul">https://sashawasley.substack.com/</a>
Kickstarter: <a href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostling/ghostling-a-paranormal-novel/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostling/ghostling-a-paranormal-novel/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1721382435534000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3NvEksWqiKTflBoMNvnSir">https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ghostling/ghostling-a-paranormal-novel/</a>
 
Pamela Cook
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This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

Reimagine your pathway to publishing as Pamela Cook hosts the unstoppable Sasha Wasley, diving into her riveting journey as a hybrid author.

Mastering the Hybrid Hustle with Sasha Wasley

What’s an eco-thriller and what does Tim Winton have to do with this week’s author’s latest book, THE REWILDING?

Find out in the latest episode of Writes4Women with host Pamela Cook and novelist Donna Cameron.

Donna shares her journey from playwright to novelist, the deep character psychology, the crucial role of hope, and the joys of writing that keep her going. Tune in for her thought-provoking insights and heartwarming humour! 



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Donna Cameron

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Buy The Rewilding here



Pamela Cook

www.pamelacook.com.au

Facebook: click here

Twitter: click here 

Instagram: click here



This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

What’s an eco-thriller and what does Tim Winton have to do with this week’s author’s latest book, THE REWILDING?
Find out in the latest episode of Writes4Women with host Pamela Cook and novelist Donna Cameron.
Donna shares her journey from playwright to novelist, the deep character psychology, the crucial role of hope, and the joys of writing that keep her going. Tune in for her thought-provoking insights and heartwarming humour! 
 
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Donna Cameron
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Buy The Rewilding here
 
Pamela Cook
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This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.

Novelist Donna Cameron shares her journey from playwright to novelist, the deep character psychology she explores in her stories, the crucial role of hope, and the joys of writing that keep her going.

Under the Influence: 4 Books that Shaped My Writing

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