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In episode #157, Veronica & Laurie explore fantasy in many forms with authors Maria Linwood, Dmetri Kakmi, Heather Ewings & Maxx Victor. Why does fantasy speak to so many readers? How do you keep a fantasy story relatable for modern readers? And so much more... Intro - 0:57 Maria Linwood Bio - 4:37 Book Spotlight - Mistress of Amber and Flame by Maria Linwood - 5:25 Demetri Kakmi Bio - 6:52 Book Spotlight - The Woman in the Well by Dmetri Kakmi - 8:42 Heather Ewings Bio - 10:21 Book S...
Episode #156 is packed full of writer's resources. Veronica and Laurie have industry news and discussions (congrats to Holden Sheppard for making the WA Local Hero shortlist), K.M. Allan's Reverse Outlining checklist from her book Writing and Editing Checklist, plus book spotlights and quotes. We chat with Dr Alexandra Dane about Community Publishing in Regional Australia and the DIY Publishing Toolkit (by Beth Driscoll, Kim Wilkins, Sandra Phillips and Alexandra Dane). Book spotlights: 1. D...
In episode #155, Veronica & Laurie are chasing adventure across the country and diving into dark alleys with mystery, crime and thriller authors Susan Rogers, John Roosen & Sean Gorman. What makes a great Aussie crime? What twists keeps readers turning the page? Have a listen and hear what these story tellers have discovered. Intro - 0:57 Susan Rogers and John Roosen Bio - 3:31 Book Spotlight - Cobra Pose by Susan Rogers and John Roosen - 4:58 Sean Gorman Bio - 8:07 Book Spotlight - ...
It's episode #154, and Laurie's 50th co-hosting. Veronica and Laurie have industry news and events, and discuss K.M. Allan's Foreshadowing checklist from her book Writing and Editing Checklist. Plus book spotlights, giveaways and quotes. Laurie chats with poet Gregory Day about his collection SouthSightedness. And Gregory reads his poem 'Anytime before Byzantium'. Book Spotlights: 1. Salsa in the Suburbs by Alejandra Martinez - contemporary 2. Looking Out and Beyond by Toby Hammerschlag – his...
In episode #153, Veronica & Laurie are ramping up the romance with authors Sandy Barker, A.M. Jaxon and Susannah Hardy. Our fabulous authors chat on romance as escapism and activism, how hot is hot enough, the inspiration behind their stories, and so much more. Intro - 0:57 Sandy Barker Bio - 3:08 Book Spotlight - I knew you were trouble by Sandy Barker - 4:38 A.M. Jaxon Bio - 6:03 Book Spotlight - Saoirse's Story by A.M. Jaxon - 8:27 Susannah Hardy Bio - 10:44 Book Spotlight - My Hot Hou...
In episode #152, Veronica and Laurie share industry news and events, some brilliant ideas on writing Deep Point of View from K.M. Allan's book Writing and Editing Checklist, book spotlights, giveaways and quotes. Laurie and author Laura J Fitzwilson dive deep into fantasy, fan-fiction and Laura's book, The Fool. Plus, listen all the way to the end, you'll hear a special reading from The Fool by the author. Book Spotlights: 1.The Favourite of the Harem by Cindy Davies – Historical 2.The ...
In episode #151 Veronica & Laurie explore alternate realities, world building and writing sci-fi with a panel of fantastic speculative fiction authors: Alistair Conwell, Clare Rhoden & Ishmael A. Soledad. Intro - 0:57 Alistair Conwell Bio - 2:58 Book Spotlight - Circadian Web by Alistair Conwell - 3:38 Clare Rhoden Bio - 4:32 Book Spotlight - The Chronicles of The Pale by Clare Rhoden - 6:26 Ishmael A. Soledad Bio - 7:43 Book Spotlight - Diathesis by Ishmael A. Soledad - 9:02 Ho...
Ep 148 has Veronica and Laurie in the Writer's Room and under the (book) covers with Miranda Luby and Holly Cardamone. They're two writers who capture some of life’s most precious and unique moments through a young adult (YA) lens. Intro - 0:57 Miranda Luby Bio - 3:47 Book Spotlight - The Edge of Everything - YA contemporary - 04:13 Holly Cardamone Bio - 6:23 Book Spotlight - Summer, In Between - YA contemporary - 07:37 The inspiration behind the stories: 09:47 How does the filter of yo...
Episode #147 has Veronica and Laurie sharing the latest literary news and views, quotes and new book spotlights. Veronica chats with the trio of talented creatives behind The Brownout Murders, a graphic novel based on a horrifying true event. Luke Jackson, Maya Graham and Kelly Jackson share their inspiration and creative process. Book spotlights: 1. Dogs, A Counting and Comparing Book by Frances Mackay – children’s picture book 2. Nature Ninja Saves the Natural World by Tania Moloney – child...
In episode 146, Veronica and Laurie talk quirky second hand book shops, literary events and industry news. Laurie chats with speculative fiction author and musician Stephen Higgins about his words, music and Aurealis the magazine. We preview next month's book giveaways, share book spotlights, quotes and so much more. Book spotlights: 1. Friends of the Flood by Rhyll Ganter – children’s 2. Golden by Jade Timms – Young Adult 3. Dead Man’s Pose by Susan Rogers and John Roosen - Mystery Thriller...
Love stories? Then join Veronica and Laurie in Australian Book Lovers podcast episode #145. They're in the Writer's Room with Madeleine D'Este and Zena Shapter talking dark and stormy stories, worldbuilding, Australian flavour, and writing advice for emerging writers. Intro - 0:57 Zena Shapter Bio - 2:49 Book Spotlight - When Dark Waters Burn by Zena Shapter - science fantasy - 04:47 Madeleine D'Este Bio - 6:02 Book Spotlight - Black Soil White Bread by Madeleine D'Este - dark mystery, folk-...
In Episode 144, Veronica and Laurie discover John Koenig's meaning of vellichor, keir, and keta. They share industry news, writerly events, quotes, ideas for getting your books into libraries and local stores, and book spotlights. Laurie chats with Elly Both, author of 'A Kids Book about ADHD'. Book spotlights: Killer by Joe Villanti - mystery, thriller & suspenseBreaking School Rules is Easy by Rosie Schonell – middle-gradeThe Edge of Everything by Miranda Luby – Young AdultSaturation by...
In Australian Book Lovers podcast episode #143, Veronica and Laurie are in the Writer's Room with Christina Giuffré & Suzi Samuel. Two wonderful authors who write beautifully about what they know, sharing their life experience in unique ways. Intro - 0:57 Christina Giuffré Bio - 3:32 Suzi Samuel Bio - 5:05 Book Spotlight - Dear Friend by Christina Giuffré - self-help/personal development - 09:01 Book Spotlight - The Unintentional Medium by Suzi Samuel - memoir - 12:27 Favourite reads as a...
In episode #142 Veronica and Laurie discover beloiter and ecury, share industry news, giveaways and quotes. They both chat with the brilliant mother daughter author team of Linda and Marly Wells about their YA time travel fantasy 'Desert Tracks', which is based in and around Mparntwe (Alice Springs). Marly is a proud woman of Warlpiri and white Australian descent and Linda is of white settler descent and proud to be Marly's mother. Book spotlights: 1. It is What it Isn’t by Stephen Higgins – ...
In Australian Book Lovers podcast episode #141, Veronica and Laurie are exploring crime fiction in the Writer's Room with Andrea Barton and Zane Lovitt. We chat about how to use your friends and contacts (nicely) to write better stories. We also dive into fictional financial grey areas and tortured twists on romantic notions of love. Intro - 0:57 Zane Lovitt Bio - 2:42 Andrea Barton Bio - 3:43 Book Spotlight - The Body Next Door by Zane Lovitt - crime - 05:33 Book Spotlight - A Killer Among ...
Episode 140 has Veronica and Laurie exploring epic fantasy and imposter syndrome, sharing industry news and events, and learning the meanings of momophobia and siso. Plus Veronica chats with WA fantasy author Abigail Mader about 'The Crystal Dynasty' series. Book Spotlights: 1. The Spirit Circle by Tara Calaby – speculative historical fiction 2. The Body Next Door by Zane Lovitt – suburban thriller 3. A Killer Among Friends by Andrea Barton – mystery 4. Holy Parrot by Angel A – contemporary/...
In Australian Book Lovers podcast episode 139, Veronica and Laurie are back in the Writer's Room, diving into suspense and speculative fiction with Ann Dombroski and lifting the contemporary theatre curtain with Deborah Pike, two authors with some unexpected things in common. Intro - 0:57 Deborah Pike Bio - 2:58 Ann Dombroski Bio - 4:03 Book Spotlight - After the Great Storm by Ann Dombroski - suspense and speculative fiction - 9:40 Book Spotlight - The Players by Deborah Pike - contemp...
Episode #138 has Veronica and Laurie delivering industry news and events, and getting sidetracked on their favourite authors and the meaning of bildungsroman. Laurie shares a fabulous interview with prolific Australian author John Kinsella. Book Spotlights: After the Great Storm by Ann Dombroski - Speculative Fiction ThrillerThe Unintentional Medium by Suzi Samuel - Non-fictionThe Dark at the Threshold by Suzi Samuel - Supernatural ThrillerCriminal Cove: Home for Retired Supervillains by SF S...
In episode 137 Veronica and Laurie are in the Writer's Room with wonderful picture book authors Frances Mackay and Richard LeCouteur. Both generously share their experience, their passion for picture books, tips for educating and entertaining children, and advice for authors. Intro - 0:57 Frances Mackay Bio - 3:25 Richard LeCouteur Bio - 6:35 Children's books and resources 12:25 Book Spotlight - Nate's Noisy Nose - Frances Mackay - children's picture book - 19:09 Book Spotlight - Nasty names ...
In Episode 136 Veronica and Laurie bring you industry news and events from the world of publishing including the Understanding Australian Readers Report from Australia Reads, and how to find your own writing group. They share more treasures from the Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows and dive down twisty writing rabbit holes. Plus Laurie interviews author Stephen Downes about his inpsiration and writing. Book Spotlights: Neeka and the Missing Key by Tina Strachan - middle gradeCupid's Kiss by Anna...
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