In this conversation, Alexandra Larach interviews author Sandi Docker, who shares her journey from a late bloomer in reading to becoming a published author.

Sandi discusses the influence of her Mandarin lecturer, the impact of travel on her writing, and the challenges of balancing family life with her writing career. She also talks about founding the Northern Beaches Readers Festival and the significance of having hobbies outside of writing.

Throughout the conversation, Sandi emphasises the importance of community, support, and perseverance in the writing journey.

In this episode, Vinisha Rathod shares her inspiring journey from her early life in Australia to becoming a successful consultant and author of 'The Briefcase Effect.'

She discusses the challenges she faced, including personal loss and navigating her career, and how these experiences shaped her understanding of mastery versus passion in work. Vinisha emphasises the importance of building a strong personal brand, the impact of sliding door moments, and the significance of surrounding oneself with supportive individuals.

In this engaging conversation, Lorena shares her unique journey as an illustrator and writer, and the importance of collaboration in the publishing industry. She discusses the challenges of breaking into the illustration field, the significance of social media for visibility, and the deeper meaning behind her work. Lorena also provides insights into her upcoming projects and the techniques she employs to create her art, emphasizing the joy and community found in the literary world.

In this episode of Visionary Voices, host Alexandra Larach interviews Jess Kitching, a crime and romance author originally from the UK, now living in Australia. Jess shares her journey from a shy writer to a published author, discussing her latest novel 'The Life Experiment' and the personal experiences that shaped her writing.

In this conversation, the speaker reflects on their journey as a writer, sharing highlights of their experiences, the challenges of balancing teaching and writing, and the importance of authenticity in building a social media presence.

In this episode of Visionary Voices, host Alexandra Larach speaks with Jessica Mudditt, founder of Hembury Books, a hybrid publishing company. Jessica shares her journey from being a journalist to becoming a publisher, discussing the challenges she faced in traditional publishing and the inspiration behind her own publishing venture. The conversation delves into the concept of hybrid publishing, the importance of author support, and the transformative power of books.

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