Writes4WomenIn 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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This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal country.
