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So You Want to be a Writer

So You Want to be a Writer

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Everything you’ve always wanted to know about succeeding in the world of writing and publishing. Learn practical writing techniques, go behind-the-scenes and discover how real-life authors got their big break. Uncover the creative processes of writers who have made it. Your host is Valerie Khoo – author, journalist, creative and CEO of the Australian Writers’ Centre.

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  • Writing Podcast Episode 697: Matt Cooke and his inspirational new book, 'Beyond Wanting'
    2025/12/29

    Are YOU ready to unlock your potential in 2026? Join us for a special ‘manifestation’ episode of the podcast, as Valerie is joined by Matt Cooke, author of Beyond Wanting: The Art of True Manifestation. Matt shares his personal story into manifestation – from skeptic to believer AND how he manifested his book deal – and some key ideas you can use immediately in taking actionable steps towards achieving goals. It’s a positive blend of inspiration and practical advice for anyone looking to make meaningful changes in the year ahead!

    00:00 Welcome
    03:25 Practical steps and skepticism
    04:34 Valerie's personal connection to goal setting
    07:53 Writer in residence: Matt Cooke
    09:06 Understanding ‘Beyond Wanting’ and manifestation
    13:35 Common manifestation mistakes
    17:10 Matt’s own journey
    17:50 Getting the book deal of his dreams – literally
    26:01 How Matt got into manifestation
    33:40 The power of gratitude for future events
    34:20 The science of reality
    39:23 Signs and synchronicities to look for
    43:20 The numerical significance of 2026
    48:18 Manifestation stories and lessons
    57:07 Practical steps for the year ahead
    1:03:01 Final thoughts

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  • Writing Podcast Episode 696: Susannah Fullerton talks 'Great Writers and the Cats Who Owned Them'
    2025/12/22

    We’ve all heard of the ‘muse’ but what about the ‘mewwwws’? That’s the sound of authors' cats, and in this episode, Susannah Fullerton discusses her wonderfully titled book, Great Writers and the Cats Who Owned Them – exploring the unique relationships between famous authors and their feline companions. Susannah shares how she researched the topic, choosing the authors and the magical publishing story, as well as offering tips to aspiring nonfiction writers.

    00:00 Welcome
    07:26 Writing tip: Follow the formatting guidelines
    09:36 WIN!: Tailored Realities by Brandon Sanderson
    12:24 Word of the week: ‘Clerisy’
    12:59 Writer in residence: Susannah Fullerton
    14:10 Explaining her book, Great Writers and the Cats Who Owned Them
    14:45 The inspiration for the book
    17:50 Choosing and placing authors in the book
    19:30 Animal protection and authors
    22:30 Research methods
    24:40 Organising all her notes
    26:41 The timeline of writing the book
    27:35 The pitching process
    30:01 The joy of getting published
    32:22 Publicity and promotion of the book
    36:34 Merchandising and collaborations
    37:27 Balancing lecturing and writing
    38:22 Where her ideas come from
    42:51 The timeless appeal of classics
    46:32 Advice for aspiring nonfiction writers
    48:58 Final thoughts

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    54 分
  • Writing Podcast Episode 695: Joanna Nell discusses her new novel, 'The Funeral Crashers'
    2025/12/15

    We’ve heard of crashing weddings, but what about funerals? That’s the topic that bestselling author Joanna Nell has tackled for her sixth book, The Funeral Crashers. In this episode, she joins us to discuss the experience behind writing this latest novel as well as the turning point in her life that got her publishing her first book in her fifties.

    00:00 Welcome
    06:44 Writing tip: Overcoming technology distractions
    11:16 WIN!: A Complete Fiction by R.L. Maizes
    12:46 Word of the week: ‘Emolument’
    13:22 Writer in residence: Joanna Nell
    15:05 What her latest book, The Funeral Crashers, is about
    18:36 Patients inspiring her writing
    22:06 Rediscovering a passion for writing
    24:58 The joy of finding a writing community
    26:23 Lessons learned from a decade of writing
    29:29 A word about writing short fiction
    31:23 A day in the life of a full-time writer
    33:40 Writing retreats
    35:22 Creating memorable characters
    40:06 Promoting the latest novel
    41:02 Future Projects
    41:58 Final thoughts

    Read the show notes

    Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook
    Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.com

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    43 分
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