Genre Fiction Podcast
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Advice for emerging AUTHORS. Things you need to know when designing your BOOK COVER
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, hosts Jack Roney and Harry Colfer 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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Working with a literary AGENT, landing a PUBLISHING DEAL and being a resilient author
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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. Melbourne-based author, Christine Gregory, is an Australian writer of crime and general fiction. A...
Advice for emerging AUTHORS. Writing inspiration and processes. Pitching to agents and publishers.
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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 v...
What are the KEY ELEMENTS of GENRE FICTION? Professor Kim Wilkins
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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 ...
From children's book AUTHOR to PODCASTER to hosting a WRITING COMPETITION
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This week’s guest on The Genre Fiction Podcast 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 ow...
Benefits of COLLABORATING with other authors in an ANTHOLOGY of short stories.
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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.) www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0D6MRSBJW?geniuslink=true The collaboratio...
How to market your AUTHOR BRAND. Writing advice with Sarah Todman.
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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 ...
How to market your NOVEL. Author advice with Jamie West.
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In this final episode with London based author Jamie West, he chats with Jack Roney and Harry Colfer about how his personal experiences working in the theatre industry influenced his stories. He also discusses marketing strategies that have worked for him as a self-published author and the technical elements that go towards designing book covers and book production. He speaks candidly about how...
How to research your historical COSY MYSTERY. Fiction writing advice.
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Jamie West is the West End's resident murder mystery author! He’s worked backstage on countless shows in London’s West End. His work covers a huge variety of shows including The Book of Mormon, Miss Saigon, Kinky Books, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Dear Evan Hansen and Hamilton, to name just a few. A love for both theatre history and a good murder mystery is what has inspired his Bertie Carro...
How to be an ACTOR. Things you should know about STAGE, SCREEN & VOICE acting.
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How to be an ACTOR. Things you should know about STAGE, SCREEN & VOICE acting.
Is your story IMPORTANT? What is the value of FICTION? Writing advice with Author Kate Brandes
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Is your story IMPORTANT? What is the value of FICTION? Writing advice with Author Kate Brandes
Sense of PLACE in your fiction writing. Let your CHARACTERS tell your STORY. Author Kate Brandes
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Sense of PLACE in your fiction writing. Let your CHARACTERS tell your STORY. Author Kate Brandes
How to SELF-PUBLISH and SELL your books. Advice for writers.
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How to SELF-PUBLISH and SELL your books. Advice for writers.
How to self-publish your ROMANCE novel. Best selling author Clare Connelly
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How to self-publish your ROMANCE novel. Best selling author Clare Connelly
How to write CRIME FICTION like a pro. Avoid basic mistakes about police procedure. Writing advice
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How to write CRIME FICTION like a pro. Avoid basic mistakes about police procedure. Writing advice
How retired UK police officer used his REAL LIFE POLICE experience to write authentic crime fiction
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How retired UK police officer used his REAL LIFE POLICE experience to write authentic crime fiction
How to write TRUE CRIME based on real police cases. Crime author and police advisor Graham Bartlett
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How to write TRUE CRIME based on real police cases. Crime author and police advisor Graham Bartlett
How to add realism and fast-paced action to your THRILLER novel.
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How to add realism and fast-paced action to your THRILLER novel.
Key elements to writing a THRILLER novel with former soldier and police officer A.C. EDWARDS
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Key elements to writing a THRILLER novel with former soldier and police officer A.C. EDWARDS
How to earn MONEY from publishing SHORT stories. Start a writing career.
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How to earn MONEY from publishing SHORT stories. Start a writing career.
How to write SHORT stories. With award winning author Michael Bracken.
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How to write SHORT stories. With award winning author Michael Bracken.
A writing program providing supportive and creative connections for neurodivergent people.
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A writing program providing supportive and creative connections for neurodivergent people.
Writing SPECULATIVE FICTION with award-winning author Jason Fischer
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Writing SPECULATIVE FICTION with award-winning author Jason Fischer
CYA Writers and Illustrators Conference and Writers At Sea Retreat with author T.M. Clark
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CYA Writers and Illustrators Conference and Writers At Sea Retreat with author T.M. Clark
Manuscript publishing options. From traditional to self-published. T.M.Clark author advice.
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Manuscript publishing options. From traditional to self-published. T.M.Clark author advice.
T.M. Clark's author journey. African inspired thriller novels.
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T.M. Clark's author journey. African inspired thriller novels.
Great tips and advice for emerging authors with Ben Hobson.
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Great tips and advice for emerging authors with Ben Hobson.
Setbacks, successes and inspiration for writing. Author Ben Hobson.
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Setbacks, successes and inspiration for writing. Author Ben Hobson.
Author Ben Hobson explains his journey to publication.
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Author Ben Hobson explains his journey to publication.
How to use CONFLICT to propel your story
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How to use CONFLICT to propel your story

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  • @andrewmilesbroughton8222
    @andrewmilesbroughton8222 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Stephen's adaption is amazing.

    • @GenreFictionPodcast
      @GenreFictionPodcast 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yes absolutely, it's gritty with a new twist but stays true to the old version

  • @sarahtodmanwrites
    @sarahtodmanwrites หลายเดือนก่อน

    I had the best fun talking to you both about writing, and small town life, and how our childhood shapes us so much it can turn up in our creative expression in lots of ways:) Thank you 💜💜💜

  • @wowyummyyy
    @wowyummyyy 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    L I K E 👍 👍 👍 👍👍😻💖 😻💖😻 💯 💢 💯💥💯 💢 💯💯

  • @RoaminWithTheRubes
    @RoaminWithTheRubes 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really interesting, I enjoy 'behind the scenes' of writing fiction.

  • @sarahtodmanwrites
    @sarahtodmanwrites 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved this insightful chat with lots of laugh out loud moments:)

  • @yvonnestephenson6676
    @yvonnestephenson6676 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey Jack, Dad was thrilled with his personalised copy of The Ghost Train and the Scarlet Moon - he's enjoying it very much. 😊 He knew all about the Camp Mountain train disaster (and now, so do I - he made sure of that. 🤦‍♀️) 😉 ✌️ Eve

    • @GenreFictionPodcast
      @GenreFictionPodcast 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So glad to hear it. Hope he likes it.

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    @mdtuhin6805 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

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  • @orphanoforbit7588
    @orphanoforbit7588 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The colour coordinated bookshelf looks so unnatural.

  • @twistedplanetbooks
    @twistedplanetbooks 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome podcast. Thanks, guys.