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Read Read Read! with Eamon Somers – Joined Up170
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My Name is Yip – Paddy Crewe – Joined Up#169
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WRITE FOR YOU FIRST – Mitch Johnson – JU#164
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Don’t Stand Still with Harriet Kline – Ep162
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What Question Are You Asking? – Emma Curtis – JU#161
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Write What You Want To Read with Melissa Sercia – Joined Up#159
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Why You Need to Join a Critique Group – Joined Up#158
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Just Enjoy It – with Fiona Collins – Joined Up 156
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. It’s episode 156 with contemporary women’s fiction writer, Fiona Collins. It’s an inspirational interview with a writer that prides herself … Continue reading
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Fiercely Independent Publishing with Louise Walters – Joined Up#138
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Emma Curtis – TAKE IT FURTHER – Joined Up#136
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. https://chtbl.com/track/73G45B/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp136.mp3 It’s episode 136 with writer of psychological thriller ‘KEEP HER QUIET’, Emma Curtis. It’s an inspiring chat and another … Continue reading
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DRIVEN TO WRITE with Lauren North – Joined Up Writing #135
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Finish Your Book with Lizzie Enfield – Joined Up#134
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KEEP WRITING UNTIL IT’S GOOD with Christopher Fowler – Joined Up#133
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You Have To Work At It – Susannah Dickey – JoinedUp#132
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This Might Be Your Moment with Luce Brett – Joined Up#130
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. https://chtbl.com/track/73G45B/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp130.mp3 It’s episode 130 with Luce Brett talking about her stigma-smashing memoir PMSL. Luce has loads to say about tackling … Continue reading
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I Have To Write – Jackie Kabler – Joined Up Writing Episode 128
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. WATCH MY NEW SHORT FILM FREE ON YOUTUBE HERE https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp128.mp3 It’s episode 128 with Jackie Kabler returning to talk about … Continue reading
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Tagged #amwriting, #writetip, #writingtips, author interview, author interviews, blogging, book reviews, books, creativity, crime fiction, fiction writing, harper collins author, jackie kabler, joined up writing podcast, mrkelly2u, psychological thrillers, the perfect couple, uk writers podcast, wayne kelly, writing podcast
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World Building with Maram Taibah – Joined Up#127
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp127.mp3 It’s episode 127 with Maram Taibah. Maram writes fantasy and has lots to say about world-building and trusting your … Continue reading
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Laura Zigman – Trust Your Instincts – Joined Up 126
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp126.mp3 It’s episode 126 with Laura Zigman author of new tragi-comic novel ‘Separation Anxiety’. Laura is funny, warm and insightful … Continue reading
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Jessica Anthony – How’s The Writing? – Joined Up#125
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Make Mistakes and Have Fun! – Julian Dutton – Joined Up#124
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Pitching Your Book and Honing Your Story with Kate Harrison – Joined Up#123
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Be Willing To Improve with Steve Cavanagh – Joined Up#122
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You Only Get Better By Doing It – Jonathan Digby – Joined Up#121
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Tell Yourself “I’m a writer!” with Rod Duncan – Joined Up#120
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A Twenty Year Overnight Success Story – Rosanna Amaka – Joined Up#119
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp119.mp3 It’s episode 119 with Rosanna Amaka, telling us about her highly original debut novel The Book Of Echoes and her fascinating journey into writing and eventual publication. Rosanna has lots to say about perseverance and telling a story that’s … Continue reading
Turn and Burn – CJ Walley Returns – Joined Up Writing 118
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp118.mp3 It’s episode 118 with screenwriter, CJ Walley talking about his amazing journey from lone UK based screenwriter, to a writer for hire flying out to Hollywood for a 6 week shoot of his film. We’ll be digging into what … Continue reading
Show Up Every Day – David Wappel – Joined Up#117
SUBSCRIBE NOW ON – iTUNES STITCHER SPOTIFY OVERCAST Subscribe to the newsletter for free stuff and bonus content here. http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp117.mp3 It’s episode 117 with David Wappel, an award-winning screenwriter based in LA. I first came across David after reading … Continue reading
Take Writing Seriously, But Not Yourself – Karen Heenan – Joined Up#116
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp116.mp3 It’s episode 116 with Karen Heenan talking about her debut Historical Fiction novel, Songbird. Karen explains how she broke through via Twitter, tells us about her writing process and the joy of breaking free of her cubicle prison! Karen … Continue reading
You Have To Love Your Characters – Bill Beverly – Joined Up#115
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Keep Moving Forward – John Lincoln – JoinedUp#100
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Plotting with Dominoes – Lillian Li – Joined Up#99
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp99.mp3 It’s episode 99 and an interview with debut novelist, Lillian Li. Her book, Number One Chinese Restaurant is already picking up loads of critical buzz and she has a really interesting personal story behind her journey to publication as … Continue reading
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Dystopian Thrills with Hanna Jameson – Joined Up#98
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp98.mp3 Episode 98 features an interview with Hanna Jameson, author of the excellent dystopian thriller, The Last. Hanna and I talked about everything from her approach to writing, why she loves first person POV and why she thinks it’s best … Continue reading
Espionage Writer, Merle Nygate – Joined Up#97
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp97.mp3 It’s episode 97 with Merle Nygate, TV screenwriter turned novelist, talking about her debut espionage novel – The Righteous Spy. Merle has lots to say about research, structure and the most common error of first-time novelists. Merle Nygate is … Continue reading
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It’s All In The Reveal – Karin Salvalaggio – JoinedUp#95
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp95.mp3 It’s episode 95 with Karin Salvalaggio, author of the Macy Greeley Mystery Series. Karin has a really interesting background and lots of practical tips based on her own writing process. Karin was born in West Virginia and has fond … Continue reading
Lie To Yourself – The Worried Writer, Sarah Painter – JoinedUp#94
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp94.mp3 It’s episode 94 – our last one of the year and a proper Christmas Cracker with the lovely, talented and inspirational ‘Worried Writer’ herself, Sarah Painter. It’s been a couple of years since Sarah last visited the show and … Continue reading
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Give Yourself Permission to Fail – Julia Kite – Joined Up#92
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp92.mp3 Episode 92 brings an author interview with New York-based literary fiction writer, Julia Kite talking about her debut novel, why she loves writing and how her day job feeds into the worlds she creates. Julia describes herself as a … Continue reading
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NaNoWriMo Tip – Give the story ‘legs’!
This is part 3 of our special NaNoWriMo blog series. National Novel Writing Month takes place every November and, if you missed it, you can find more information in the first part of the series or take a look at … Continue reading
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NaNoWriMo Tips and Scrivener with Anne Rainbow – JoinedUp#88
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp88.mp3 The first of this year’s special NaNoWriMo shows, episode 88 brings us Red Pen Editing and ScrivenerVirgin guru, Anne Rainbow giving us her tips on how Scrivener – an amazing, inexpensive bit of software – can turbocharge your Nanowrimo … Continue reading
Icelandic Noir with Quentin Bates – JoinedUp#87
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp87.mp3 Episode 87 brings us a chat with Quentin Bates, creator of the atmospheric Icelandic crime series centered around his heroine Officer Gunnhildur. Quentin’s got an interesting story to tell about how he came to writing and how he found … Continue reading
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Do You Want More from The Joined Up Writing Podcast?
Back in April, I asked for your feedback and took stock of where the show was at that point. It’s yet again time to see how I can improve the podcast, offer more value and add even better content to … Continue reading
Emma Viskic – Find Your Rhythm – Joined Up#86
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp86.mp3 It’s episode 86 with Emma Viskic, Australian author of the excellent Caleb Zelic series of novels – the latest being And Fire Came Down. Emma is a classically trained clarinettist, and author of the critically acclaimed Caleb Zelic series, RESURRECTION BAY … Continue reading
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BONUS -Pseudonyms and Voice with Michael Redhill – Epilogue#85
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp85Epi.mp3 It’s the Epilogue, a quick listen in between episode with an extra bonus question or topic not covered in the original interview. This week I talk to Michael Redhill about writing under a pseudonym with his crime series from … Continue reading
BONUS – Research Tips with Sheena Kamal – Epilogue#83
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp83Epi.mp3 It’s the Epilogue, a quick listen in between episode with an extra bonus question or topic not covered in the original interview. This week I talk to Sheena Kamal about Research. If you missed it, you can find Sheena’s … Continue reading
From Acting to Writing – Sheena Kamal – Joined Up#83
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp83.mp3 It’s episode 83 with Sheena Kamal, a Canadian crime writer with a tough outsider heroine in Nora Watts. Sheena has an interesting backstory from a career in TV and Film, Research, through screenwriting and then on to a successful … Continue reading
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BONUS – Creative Obsession & Script Revolution with CJ Walley- Epilogue#82
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp82Epi.mp3 It’s the Epilogue, a quick listen in between episode with an extra bonus question or topic not covered in the original interview. This week I talk to CJ Walley about his excellent free online resource – Script Revolution and … Continue reading
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Make It Fun – Script Writing & Creativity with CJ Walley – Joined UP#82
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp82.mp3 It’s episode 82 with screenwriter, CJ Walley talking about how Writing saved his life – or at least his mental wellbeing. He’s got loads to say about creative inspiration and its importance to a happy, healthy lifestyle, as well … Continue reading
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Middle Grade Fiction – Juman Malouf – Joined Up#80
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp80.mp3 It’s episode 80 with Juman Malouf talking about her excellent middle grade book, The Trilogy Of Two. Juman is such an interesting guest with a background that includes fashion and art as well as costume and set design. Her … Continue reading
Only Killers and Thieves Author Paul Howarth – Joined Up#79
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp79.mp3 It’s episode 79 with debut novelist, Paul Howarth talking about his book Only Killers and Thieves set in the Australian outback towards the end of the 19th century. Paul’s got loads to say about his writing journey, the power … Continue reading
CJ Tudor on Chalk Man, Writing and Not Giving Up – Joined Up#77
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp77.mp3 CJ Tudor, author of stunning debut novel, The Chalk Man – a book that’s even garnered praise from Stephen King – joins us for Episode 77. It was lovely to chat to Caroline and inspiring to hear how her … Continue reading
Writing Through Adversity – Rebecca Bradley – Joined Up#76
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp76.mp3 It’s episode 76 with Rebecca Bradley talking about her excellent police procedurals, her background as a police officer and how she manages to write through physical adversity and chronic pain. There’ll also be time for another trip to Book … Continue reading
BONUS – Crowdfunding Tips from Claire Handscombe – Epilogue#72
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp72Epi.mp3 Welcome to The Epilogue, our quick listen in-betweeny episodes featuring an extra question or topic not covered in our main guest interviews. This week it’s Claire Handscombe, and if you haven’t listened to her full interview I highly recommend … Continue reading
Unbound Crowdfunding with Debut Novelist Claire Handscombe
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp72.mp3 It’s episode 72 and today I’m talking to debut novelist, podcaster and crowd funder extraordinaire, Claire Handscombe. I’ve also got a new review from one of our dynamic duo of book bloggers, Victoria Goldman in Book Blogger’s Corner. Claire … Continue reading
Richard Rippon on Writing Serial Killers – Joined UP#71
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp71.mp3 It’s episode 71 – with Thriller writer, Richard Rippon. We’ve got another review in Book Blogger’s Corner from one of our regular bloggers, BiblioManiac, Katherine Sunderland. We’ve also got a new occasional feature I’m trying called ‘Listener Spotlight’ where … Continue reading
Marnie Riches on Mancunian Noir and Gritty Thrillers – Joined Up#70
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp70.mp3 It’s episode 70 that brings you a fascinating chat with gritty Thriller writer, Marnie Riches talking about her own unique writing journey and the background to her George McKenzie and Manchester Gangland books. We’ve also got another review in … Continue reading
BONUS! Author Marketing with Tony Schumacher – Epilogue#69
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp69Epi.mp3 Yes, it’s the Epilogue, our bonus inbetween episodes, little quick listens containing an extra question or topic not covered in the original interview. This week it’s a follow up with AltHistory writer, Tony Schumacher talking about why authors need … Continue reading
Joanna Penn on Healthy Writing – The Epilogue#65
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp65Epi.mp3 The Epilogue – our extra ‘quick-hit’ of chat, featuring a bonus question not included in our main guest interviews.You can find Joanna’s full interview here. Joanna is an Award-nominated, New York Times and USA Today bestselling thriller author, as … Continue reading
BONUS – William Shaw – Get Writing! Epilogue#63
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp63Epilog.mp3 The Epilogue – our extra ‘quick-hit’ of chat, featuring a bonus question not included in our main guest interviews. Today it’s Breen and Tozer author, William Shaw. Check out William’s full interview here. Before becoming a crime writer, William … Continue reading
William Shaw Interview – Joined Up#63
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp63.mp3 It’s episode 63 and today I’m bringing you a brilliant conversation I had with William Shaw, author of the excellent Breen and Tozer series of novels set in late 60’s London, not to mention a bunch of other contemporary … Continue reading
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Psychological Thriller Writer, Melanie McGrath – Joined Up Episode 61
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUpEp61.mp3 It’s episode 61 and we have a brilliant conversation with the always interesting, Melanie McGrath. Melanie talks about writing her latest psychological thriller, Give Me The Child as well as giving loads of insight into her writing journey and … Continue reading
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Tagged books, creativity, inspiration, mel mcgrath, melanie mcgrath, MJ McGrath, psychological thrillers, writing advice
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Simon Toyne – Solomon Creed Author – JU#59
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp59.mp3 It’s episode 59 and today we’ve got a brilliant interview with best-selling author, Simon Toyne telling us about how he left a lucrative job in TV to write his first novel and now, 5 books and 6 six years … Continue reading
Emotion Thesaurus Author Angela Ackerman – Joined Up#58
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp58.mp3 It’s episode 58 and today’s chat is with Angela Ackerman – co-author of the brilliant writing reference book “The Emotion Thesaurus” and the whole Thesaurus series covering everything from Setting to Texture in your fiction. I had a great … Continue reading
Nathan O’Hagan Returns – Joined Up #57
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp57amend.mp3 Leah is going to be taking a bit of a break from co-hosting duties for a while, but I would encourage you to go and check out her Smut With Brains series over on YouTube. Meanwhile, it’s episode 57 … Continue reading
Scrivener Tips & Editing with Anne Rainbow – JU56
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp56.mp3 It’s episode 56 and today’s guest is going to be giving us a great introduction to a piece of software that we are both huge fans of – Scrivener – as we get to chat to writer, editor and … Continue reading
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Armley Press Publisher Mick McCann -JU#54
http://traffic.libsyn.com/joinedupwriting/JoinedUp54.mp3 It’s episode 54 and today we’re chatting to writer and self-styled Punk Publisher, Mick McCann. Mick has written books including How Leeds Changed The World and Coming Out As A Bowie Fan in Leeds, Yorkshire, England and after becoming … Continue reading
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