Genre Fiction podcast

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Talking historical fiction with author Mary-Clare Terrill 28:31

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Mary-Clare Terrill is an Australian-Canadian author of historical fiction. Her debut historical romance novel, Maplecroft, is based on the true story of her great-grandparents and their lovingly preserved love letters: the first book in the Maplecroft family saga series. In episode 1 of 2, we chat about the writing process behind her new novel.…

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C J Spataro author interview RESEARCH & LIFE EXPERIENCE (episode 2) 40:46

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In this second of two episodes with Philadelphia based author C.J. Spataro , we discuss what it’s like to be a debut author later in life and how life experience can be the catalyst for inspiring story telling. C.J goes on to explain the role of research in fiction writing and how the idea of research can still be applied in genres such as fantasy and science fiction. So sit back, relax and enjoy!…

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Interview with author C J Spataro 'MORE STRANGE THAN TRUE' (episode 1) 25:43

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In this first of two episodes, we chat with Philadelphia based author C.J. Spataro about her recently released debut novel More Strange Than True . C.J. explains the inspirations for her story and how being a creative writing teacher has made her a better writer. She also provides advice for writers who are thinking of embarking on creative writing higher education. As an accomplished musician, C.J. goes on to explain the relationship between music and writing and how music can influence and inspire fiction. So sit back, relax and enjoy!…

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In conversation with author Diane Clarke (episode 2 of 2) 43:33

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In this second episode with Brisbane author Diane Clarke , we delve into Diane's background as a speech pathologist and how skills learned in this profession heightened her ability to listen to and observe human interaction and verbal and non-verbal communication, and how she uses these skills to develop lifelike dialogue in her stories. We delve further into the key elements to writing realistic and engaging dialogue and how stories should be driven by these authentic character interactions. Some excellent writing tips for emerging writers. So sit back, relax and enjoy!…

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In conversation with author Diane Clarke (episode 1 of 2) 30:23

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In this episode, we welcome Brisbane author Diane Clarke who explains how her debut novel 'The Photograph' was inspired by the evacuations of children in London during world war 2 with the plot centred around a missing boy and the discovery of an old photograph which uncovers a dark family secret. Her second novel, 'The Bracelet' is a family drama and murder mystery due for release in March 2025. During the discussion, Diane breaks down her strategies for blending historical facts with fictional storylines and the importance of research to ensure authenticity. Finally, Diane describes her journey to publication, her disappointments, successes and learnings. So sit back, relax and enjoy!…

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In conversation with author Alicia Thompson (episode 2 of 2) 36:32

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In the second episode with author Alicia Thompson , the topic of author marketing is explored. Alicia breaks down marketing strategies that have worked for her including speaking events and workshops, registering with corporate book buyers, planning regional library road trips, networking within the writing community, social media, getting reviews, and thinking outside the box in terms of book distribution. A great episode for authors ready to scale up their marketing. So sit back, relax and enjoy!…

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In conversation with author Alicia Thompson (episode 1 of 2) 48:20

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This week's special guest is author Alica Thompson whose debut novel 'Something Else' was published in 2021 and her follow up crime novel 'Ex' was released in 2024. Alicia has a masters in creative writing and delivers workshops for emerging authors. In this episode, we explore the topics Alicia teaches including how to kick start your novel, exercising your writing muscles, and finding the plot. She also provides advice for authors who are considering delivering their own workshops or speaking events and how to approach libraries and other venues to host and market these events. So sit back, relax and enjoy!…

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Dr Jo Skinner episode 2 28:13

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In this week's episode, Dr Jo Skinner returns to talk about how she uses long-distance running to clear her mind and problem solve story plot issues. She also shares some interesting insights into the similarities between running a marathon and writing a novel. In this second and final episode, Jo delves deeper into the social issues that inspire her writing including domestic violence, positive masculinity and role modelling appropriate behaviours, and gender equity. Finally, Jo breaks down the book category of 'Women's Fiction' and where she sits on the debate about defining genres. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy!…

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Dr Jo Skinner episode 1 24:19

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This week’s special guest is Doctor Jo Skinner , a Brisbane based GP who writes contemporary women’s fiction as well as freelance non-fiction articles about women’s issues and mental health. She also has a long-distance running habit. When she’s not working or writing you’ll find her accruing kilometres while plotting her next story. In this first of two episodes, Jo discusses how the creative writing bug took hold and how she balances her fiction writing and author marketing commitments with her professional career as a medical practitioner. Jo also discusses how her creative writing and story themes are inspired by social issues she’s witnessed as a community doctor. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy!…

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Lauren Daniels episode 4 - benefits of writers groups and working with editors 22:53

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In this episode, Jack Roney and Harry Colfer chat with author, poet and editor, Lauren Daniels about benefits of participating in writers groups for feedback and support as well as how working with an editor can propel your writing to the next level. This episode is sponsored by the Brisbane Writers Workshop and The Fellowship of Australian Writers Queensland .…

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Podcast interview with author David Shield (episode 3) 25:59

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In this final instalment of Harry and Jack’s chat with writer David Shield, he breaks down and explains 8 steps for creating characters, from making your characters visible and nuanced with believable faults, using placeholder names, giving characters a redeeming quality and unique vocal attributes. David also explains the importance of giving your character goals and fears and ensuring their behaviours and dialogue remain consistent. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy!…

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Lauren Daniels episode 3 - public speaking tips for authors 29:30

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In this episode, Jack Roney and Harry Colfer chat with author, poet and editor, Lauren Daniels about how authors can improve their public speaking skills for public events such as writers festival panels, workshops and library author talks. This episode is sponsored by the Brisbane Writers Workshop and The Fellowship of Australian Writers Queensland .…

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Podcast interview with author David Shield (episode 2) 30:24

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In episode 2 of the 3-part series with Japanese language translator and writer David Shield, he explains the rules for translating stories between English and Japanese and how AI will never replace the human element needed for accurate storytelling. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy!

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Podcast interview with author David Shield (episode 1) 29:15

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David Shield is a writer and professional Japanese interpreter and translator, with a BA in Japanese language and Asian Political Studies, Master of International Studies and Master of Japanese Interpreting and Translation. David writes across genres including fantasy, historical fiction and sci-fi. His middle-grade fiction work My Dad’s an Evil Necromancer was shortlisted for the Qld Writers Centre’s Publishable Program in 2022; his short story translation won the Australian Society of Interpreters New Translator Prize in 2021. In episode 1 of this 3-part series, our guest David Shield explains how his alter ego, a purple octopus named Angus, has come into his life, and how he came to embark on a professional career as a Japanese language translator. David also explains his love for storytelling and how he juggled academic studies and career to still find the time to indulge his creative writing interests. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy!…

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Lauren Daniels discusses writing competitions and anthologies 25:19

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In this episode, Lauren Daniels chats with Jack Roney and Harry Colfer about writing competitions, awards and volunteering to be a judge, as well as benefits of participating in anthology publications.

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Lauren Daniels discusses writing conferences, events and retreats. 29:21

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In this episode, Jack Roney and Harry Colfer chat with author, poet and editor, Lauren Daniels about benefits of attending writers conferences, events and retreats which can really help writers boost their careers. This episode is sponsored by the Brisbane Writers Workshop and The Fellowship of Australian Writers Queensland .…

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Dr Kate Cuthbert episode 3 24:04

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In this 3rd and final episode of Jack and Harry's chat with Dr Kate Cuthbert, the topic of vanity presses and predatory publishing houses is discussed, with advice given to writers on how to avoid being exploited. This episode also delves into aspects of writing craft, including 'showing' more than 'telling', effective use of verbs and adjectives, and dialogue tags.…

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Dr Kate Cuthbert episode 2 31:48

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In this episode, Jack and Harry continue their chat with Dr Kate Cutherbert about her advice to writers when pitching to agents and publishers, how to write a stand-out submission, self-editing and hiring a professional editor, and how having the right manuscript at the right time can play into a decision to either reject or accept your manuscript.…

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Qld Writers Center CEO Lori-Jay Ellis 45:11

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In this special episode, Harry and Jack recorded on location at the Qld Writers Centre (Qld State Library) Brisbane, where their guest was none other than QWC CEO Lori-Jay Ellis. If you've ever wondered how the centre can help you as a writer, this is the podcast episode to listen to. Lori-Jay explains the programs, events and workshops on offer as well as what's installed for the 2025 Genrecon writers conference btn 28th Feb - 2nd March. Sit back, relax, and enjoy! Special thanks to the Fellowship of Australian Writers Queensland for their ongoing support in allowing us to use their podcasting equipment.…

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Kate Cuthbert discusses PhD research into the evolution of book covers and titles 28:19

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Dr Kate Cuthbert has worked in publishing for almost 15 years and has held senior roles at Pantera Press, Writers Victoria and launched the Escape Publishing brand at Harlequin Australia. A genre fiction advocate and enthusiast, she completed a PhD proposing research methodologies for the examination of book covers and book titles. She is also a co-host on the popular podcast What Would Danbury Do ? In this episode, Jack and Harry chat with Kate about her PhD research into the evolution of book titles and covers. It's an interesting insight into how reader expectations of genre fiction have changed over time, with some great advice for things you should consider when designing a book cover.…

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Christine Gregory author interview episode 2 28:07

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Jack and Harry continue their chat with author Christine Gregory about her experiences working with an agent, landing a publishing contract, expectations around author marketing and promotions, finding time to write and maintaining resilience despite setbacks. A great episode for emerging writers.

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Christine Gregory author interview 27:18

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Melbourne-based author, Christine Gregory , is an Australian writer of crime and general fiction. An earlier version of her novel The Community was runner up for the 2022 Banjo Prize. Christine has previously been shortlisted in the Sisters in Crime Scarlet Stiletto Awards. She is a former international aid worker and is now a director in a national not-for-profit, working on the prevention of violence against women and children. In this first of two episodes, Christine chats with Jack and Harry about her writing inspirations and processes, as well as advice for emerging authors who are submitting to agents. Great tips on the submission process.…

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Professor Kim Wilkins discusses academic research and genre fiction 41:36

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Born in London, Brisbane-based author Kim Wilkins is Professor of Writing at the University of Queensland. She has a long list of published adult fantasy, women’s historical adventure, and young adult novels, as well as children’s books. Kim has also published academic books about genre fiction, most notably a co-written book titled ‘ GENRE WORLDS – Popular Fiction and Twenty-First-Century Book Culture’ . Her forthcoming book with Helen Marshall and Lisa Bennett is called “Story Thinking and the Real-World Uses of Science Fiction and Fantasy”. In this episode, Kim describes the key elements of genre fiction and findings from her academic research.…

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Ky Garvey - Children's book author and podcaster 46:02

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This week’s guest is Ky Garvey - childrens book author and host of Totally Lit! a monthly podcast celebrating reading, writing and literature. The podcast features writers, illustrators and all types of creators of books and stories. Ky discusses with Jack and Harry the inspiration for her book EASY PEASY and how her passion for creativity led her to creating her own podcast which is celebrating its 5th birthday. Great advice for emerging children's picture book authors as well as for new podcasters.…

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Heidi Catherine and Anne Freeman - 12 Tropes of Christmas Anthology 48:33

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In this episode, Jack and Harry were joined by award winning authors Heidi Catherine and Anne Freeman . Anne and Heidi have teamed up with 10 other authors to put together a Christmas romcom anthology called 12 Tropes of Christmas: A collection of festive romcom stories . (Cover revealed in July — and the release date is 1 October.) The collaboration involves indie and traditionally published authors who write across many genres including Romance, Fantasy, Thriller and beyond. Heidi and Anne discuss various ways that working in collaboration with other authors to create an anthology of short stories can be mutually beneficial in terms of author cross-promotion and exposure.…

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Author chat - Sarah Todman (episode 2) 26:16

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In episode 2, Jack and Harry chat with author Sarah Todman about how she uses skills learned as a strategic content specialist to help grow her author profile. She shares great tips for authors on marketing and promoting your author brand. She also discusses the key elements to writing romance with a bit of 'Aussie grit' thrown in. Finally, the conversation centres on why readers connect with stories set in small towns.…

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Author chat - Sarah Todman (episode 1) 30:46

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Sarah Todman's career as a writer spans more than 20 years. She has worked extensively as a journalist, communications manager and now as a strategic content specialist helping a range of clients to tell their brand stories. Her adventures in fiction writing took off in 2021 with the publication of her first children’s book, Bab’s Mermaid Adventure. This was followed by Bab’s Camping Adventure in 2022. Sarah’s first adult contemporary fiction novel, New Year’s Eve , which is described as a quirky outback romance, was released in May 2024. In episode 1 of 2 Sarah chats with Jack and Harry about how growing up in a country pub inspired her novel. She also discusses the transition from writing as a journalist and communications officer to writing fiction.…

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Author Peter Schinkel - short stories vs long form writing (part 3) 26:03

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In this final instalment of the chat with author Peter Schinkel, he discusses the reasons why he prefers short stories over long form writing. Topics include exploring the human condition through a diverse range of stories, working on several themes and ideas at the same time, leaving the reader with something to ponder over, and benefits of releasing shorts stories as eBooks.…

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Author Peter Schinkel - what inspires his story ideas (Part 2) 28:35

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Author Peter Schinkel returns for part 2 of 3 to discuss what inspires his story ideas, coming up with new ideas and retelling old themes with a fresh perspective.

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Author Peter Schinkel talks sci-fi (part 1) 31:15

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Author Peter Schinkel has loved writing since primary school. Mainly short stories and poetry, and science fiction such as Doctor Who, Star Trek, and Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. His writing dream blossomed in mid-2022 when he hired an editor and dived into writing almost every day. Twisted Planet Book One, his first anthology of science fiction short stories came out in September 2023. Twisted Planet Book Two is due for release in November 2024. Peter’s stories are less about aliens, war and dystopian futures, and more about exploring the human condition, looking at themes like love, fear, mortality, hope and fun. In part 1 of 3, Peter discusses various techniques he uses for world building.…

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