Meet Sebastian Smee, a Pulitzer Prize-winning art critic, who discusses about his new book Paris in Ruins, its historical context, and the challenges of writing it. They also touch upon his previous book The Art of Rivalry, how to approach writing art criticism, and tips for aspiring writers. Sebastian now
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Endgame by Sarah Barrie, the breathtaking finale to the gripping Lexi Winter series. Fast-paced and filled with twists, this crime thriller will have you on the edge of your seat as vigilante-turned-cop Lexi faces off against her most dangerous adversary yet. As
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, we’re beyond help.. Q: Hi
Meet Mitch Jennings, author of A Town Called Treachery, who shares his journey to becoming a novelist and his advice for aspiring writers. You can listen to the episode below, on Apple Podcasts, on Spotify, or add the podcast RSS feed manually to your favourite podcast app. 00:00 Introduction00:27 Reinvention04:02 Writing
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Everyone This Christmas Has a Secret by Benjamin Stevenson, a thrilling new addition to the bestselling Ernest Cunningham mysteries. Packed with festive cheer, impossible murders, and a deadly advent calendar, Benjamin delivers a perfect blend of mystery and humor that will keep
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, field assignments.. Q: Hi AWC,
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Meet New York Times bestselling author Laura Dave, who talks about her latest novel The Night We Lost Him, her writing process, and adapting her hit novel The Last Thing He Told Me for television. Laura shares her approach to character development, writing routines, and advice for aspiring writers. She
This week, we’re giving away three copies of The Dictionary of Terrible Ideas by Dominic Knight. This witty book takes readers on a hilarious journey through humanity’s most misguided inventions, concepts, and cultural phenomena. Knight’s sharp humor and keen observations offer a refreshing perspective on the absurdities of human innovation.
In this episode I talk with Lizzie Mulherin, an experienced copywriter, brand strategist, and founder of Create Your Living on Substack. Lizzie has worked with top brands like Red Bull, Afterpay, and David Jones, and she’s here to share how she leverages Substack to build an audience, earn recurring income,
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, missing appointments.. Q: Hi AWC,
Kirsten Ealand’s path to becoming a published picture book author is a testament to the power of persistence. After completing Writing Picture Books Masterclass at Australian Writers’ Centre, Kirsten’s debut picture book, Like a Gannet, is now published with Windy Hollow Books. But that’s not all – she already has a second book, The Big Backyard Plan, coming out with Affirm Press.
Meet Amanda Willimott, who talks about her historical fiction novel Winter of the Wolf, informed by extensive research. Amanda reveals how she got her book deal with Penguin Random House and the power of persistence, planning and mentorship. You can listen to the episode below, on Apple Podcasts, on Spotify,
This week, we’re giving away three copies of First Wife’s Shadow by Adele Parks. This gripping psychological thriller explores the complexities of a second marriage haunted by the memory of a perfect first wife. With its twisting plot and complex characters, this novel promises to keep you on the edge
The moment journalist Natalie Murray started writing short romance stories, she fell in love! Having discovered her new passion for writing fiction, Natalie decided to write a novel – but first she needed to learn the basics.
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, skeleton keys.. Q: Hi AWC,
Meet bestselling author and screenwriter Christian White on his novel The Ledge and writing the Netflix hit Clickbait, his writing process, and his transition from books to screenwriting, including his work on TV shows like Clickbait and Apartment 7A. You can listen to the episode below, on Apple Podcasts, on Spotify,
This week, we’re giving away three copies of Cherrywood by Jock Serong. This captivating novel weaves together two timelines – 1916 Edinburgh and 1993 Melbourne – connected by a paddle steamer and a mysterious pub. Blending historical intrigue with contemporary mystery, it’s a richly imaginative story. Here’s the blurb: ‘One
Each week here at the Australian Writers’ Centre, we dissect and discuss, contort and retort, ask and gasp at the English language and all its rules, regulations and ridiculousness. It’s a celebration of language, masquerading as a passive-aggressive whinge about words and weirdness. This week, a wolverine in sheep’s clothing..
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