Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Confessions of a Debut Novelist
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| Episode 3.36 Ina Christova - The Fabergé Girl | 05 Sep 2024 | 00:39:56 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Ina Christova about her historical novel The Fabergé Girl. We discuss how much you can play with real figures in history, taking inspiration from Russian folklore and fairytale and how she overcame the challenges of bringing characters to life. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy The Fabergé Girl: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9786190113997 Follow Ina: @Ina_Christova Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 3.35 Sarah Brooks - The Cautious Traveller's Guide to the Wastelands | 29 Aug 2024 | 00:52:03 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Sarah Brooks about her fantasy novel The Cautious Traveller’s Guide to the Wastelands. We discuss why her strange real-life experience on the trans-Siberian Express gave her the seed of an idea, how winning the Lucy Cavendish Prize changed her life and the incredible 11-way auction of publishers who wanted to buy her book. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy The Cautious Traveller’s Guide to the Wastelands: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781399607537 Follow Sarah: @Sarah_L_Brooks Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 3.26 Alan Murrin - The Coast Road | 27 Jun 2024 | 00:48:58 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Alan Murrin about his literary novel The Coast Road. We discuss authentically inhabiting the voices of three distinctive Irish women, why it took time to work out a fitting end for the novel and how he got the novel written by making bargains with himself. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy The Coast Road: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781526663702 Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 56. April Doyle - Hive | 28 Nov 2022 | 00:38:04 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to April Doyle about her climate sci-fi or cli-fi novel, Hive. In this episode we discuss how April was inspired by a news report on the climate crisis, how she stepped outside of her comfort zone to help promote her novel and how her career as a creative writing teacher has informed her own work. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Hive: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781913913779 Follow April on Twitter: @aprilcdoyle Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 55. Bea Setton - Berlin | 24 Nov 2022 | 00:41:41 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Bea Setton about her literary novel Berlin. Apologies for the difference in sound quality in this episode, I forgot to record my microphone's input! In this episode we discuss why Bea thinks her protagonist Daphne is a realistic narrator rather than unreliable one, building tension and mystery retrospectively and getting through the pain of a first draft. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Berlin: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9780857527974 Follow Bea on Twitter: @BeaSetton Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 54. Salma El-Wardany - These Impossible Things | 21 Nov 2022 | 00:49:03 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Salma El-Wardany about her contemporary novel These Impossible Things. In this episode we discuss how Salma built a brand, using Instagram to share her writing as a way into the publishing industry, exploring female friendship between Muslim women where their faith plays a positive role and how to approach the challenges of the editing process. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy These Impossible Things: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781398705777 Follow Salma on Instagram: @salmaelwardany Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 53. Eve Ainsworth - Duckling | 17 Nov 2022 | 00:39:09 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Eve Ainsworth about her commercial novel Duckling. In this episode we discuss writing uplit with grittier themes, writing a child’s voice authentically and transitioning from children’s to adult fiction. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Duckling: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781529157246 Follow Eve on Twitter: @EveAinsworth eveainsworth.com Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms chloetimms.co.uk *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 52. Elissa Soave - Ginger and Me | 14 Nov 2022 | 00:43:06 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Elissa Soave about her contemporary novel Ginger and Me. In this episode we discuss the importance of editors and why Elissa thinks they’re the unsung heroes of the process, giving voice and agency to characters who are working class girls, and why you should always aim high and enter competitions even if you don’t have the confidence. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Ginger and Me: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9780008458416 Follow Elissa on Twitter: @elissa_soave Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 51. Jane Markland - Cielo | 10 Nov 2022 | 00:29:27 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Jane Markland about her contemporary novel Cielo. In this episode we talk about writing characters we rarely see in fiction, writing prequels and back stories for your characters so you know them really well and the value of a writing community. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Cielo: https://amzn.to/3t7OKFC Follow Jane on Twitter: @markland_jane Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 50. Jendella Benson - Hope & Glory | 07 Nov 2022 | 00:43:57 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Jendella Benson about her contemporary novel Hope & Glory. In this episode we discuss starting your novel in the heat of the moment, how her freelance writing career led to interest from an editor and staying connected to your work when you’re away from your manuscript. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Hope & Glory: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781398702295 Follow Jendella on Twitter: @JENDELLA Jendella's blog post mentioned: https://jendella.substack.com/p/i-gave-my-first-talk-to-school-children Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 49. Eloise Smith - Sister to a Star | 03 Nov 2022 | 00:34:48 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Eloise Smith about her middle grade novel Sister to a Star. In this episode we talk about what advertising taught her about writing for children, her unusual route to publication where her book deal came before an agent and writing something personal you care about rather what you think kids will like. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Sister to a Star: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781912626717 Follow Eloise on Twitter: @itsmeEloise https://goldeneggacademy.co.uk Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 48. Claire Alexander - Meredith, Alone | 31 Oct 2022 | 00:41:37 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Claire Alexander about her commercial novel Meredith, Alone. In this episode we discuss how she found herself writing in an unexpected genre, resisting the urge to self-edit when you’ve got limited time to write and what happens when your agent isn’t keen on your original title. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Meredith, Alone: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9780241542408 Follow Claire on Twitter: @ClaireAWriter https://www.claire-alexander.co.uk Claire's agent, Juliet Mushens's blog post about titles Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 47. Annie Kirby - The Hollow Sea | 27 Oct 2022 | 00:43:00 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Annie Kirby about her literary novel The Hollow Sea. In this episode we discuss exploring childlessness without cliched tropes or miracle births, playing with structure and how the Penguin Write Now scheme led to her book deal. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy The Hollow Sea: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9780241522097 Follow Annie on Twitter: @DoctorKirbs Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 3.25 Amy Twigg - Spoilt Creatures | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:40:20 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Amy Twigg about her literary novel Spoilt Creatures. We discuss creating a charismatic cult leader, why she deleted the first 90k words and the importance of voicing your publishing worries. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Spoilt Creatures: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781035407910 Follow Amy: @aetwigg Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 46. Kate Dylan - Mindwalker | 24 Oct 2022 | 00:40:19 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Kate Dylan about her YA novel Mindwalker. In this episode we discuss the balance between writing what you want to write versus the reality of whether you want to get published, how her ideas often start with a single, opening sentence and the skill of writing commercial prose. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Mindwalker: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781529392685 Follow Kate on Twitter: @TheKateDylan https://www.katedylanbooks.com/ https://www.katedylanbooks.com/sub-stories Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 45. Ronali Collings - Love & Other Dramas | 20 Oct 2022 | 00:45:45 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Ronali Collings about her commercial novel Love & Other Dramas. In this episode we discuss how she’d given up writing until Bernardine Evaristo inspired her, diversity in genre fiction and challenging stereotypes across the board, and how important it is to remember that publishing a novel is about collaboration with your team and not just a lone struggle. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Love & Other Dramas: https://amzn.to/3zyurWq Follow Ronali on Twitter: @RonaliCollings https://www.ronalicollings.uk/ Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 44. Bobby Palmer - Isaac and the Egg | 17 Oct 2022 | 00:41:59 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Bobby Palmer about his contemporary novel Isaac and the Egg. In this episode we discuss writing slapstick comedy alongside grief, reading memoir as research as a way into emotional subjects and how his first novel not selling made his second attempt even better. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Isaac and the Egg: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781472285508 Follow Bobby on Twitter: @thebobpalmer Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 43. Hannah Moffatt - SMALL! | 13 Oct 2022 | 00:40:17 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Hannah Moffat about her middle grade novel, SMALL! In this episode we discuss the fun process of creating a school for giants, being conscious of pace and holding children’s attention and her great tips for finding an agent. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy SMALL!: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781911427278 Follow Hannah on Twitter: @MissDePlume Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 42. Holly Williams - What Time is Love? | 10 Oct 2022 | 00:39:13 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Holly Williams about her debut historical novel What Time is Love? In this episode we discuss what it was like writing about the same couple falling in love in three different time periods, interviewing real people to research recent history and embracing the long process of rewrites and editing. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy What Time is Love?: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781398706293 Follow Holly on Twitter: @Holly_bops Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 41. Finn Longman - The Butterfly Assassin | 06 Oct 2022 | 00:37:50 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Finn Longman about their YA novel The Butterfly Assassin. In this episode we discuss how their own chronic illness inspired their main character, the way they did their world-building retrospectively, and planning a novel when it’s part of a trilogy. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy The Butterfly Assassin: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781398507340 Follow Finn on Twitter: @FinnLongman https://finnlongman.com/category/writing/ Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 40. Rachelle Atalla - The Pharmacist | 03 Oct 2022 | 00:46:51 | |
Confessions of a Debut Novelist is now twice-weekly until the end of the year! New episodes every Monday and Thursday. In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Rachelle Atalla about her speculative novel The Pharmacist. In this episode we talk about how Rachelle’s career as a pharmacist helped her create her main character, leaving gaps for the reader to fill in with their imagination and how her short story writing and screenwriting complement her novel writing. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy The Pharmacist: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781529342109 Follow Rachelle on Twitter: @rachelle_ata Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 39. Sussie Anie - To Fill A Yellow House | 29 Sep 2022 | 00:38:33 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Sussie Anie about her literary novel To Fill a Yellow House. In this episode we talk about how the changing UK high street inspired her novel’s setting, her different approach writing a novel compared to a short story and how she felt when her book sold in 48 hours. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy To Fill a Yellow House: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781474621694 Follow Sussie on Twitter: @AnieSussie Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 38. Abigail Bergstrom - What a Shame | 22 Sep 2022 | 00:41:57 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Abigail Bergstrom talking about her literary novel What a Shame. As an industry insider, Abigail’s perspective on being a debut is well worth a listen and we also talked about topics such as using the second person point of view, cutting through millennial stereotypes and carving out creative space to write. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy What a Shame: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781529367072 Follow Abigail on Twitter: @AbigailBergstrm Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 37. Emily Kenny - The Extraordinary Adventures of Alice Tonks | 15 Sep 2022 | 00:30:00 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Emily Kenny about her middle grade novel The Extraordinary Adventures of Alice Tonks. In this episode we talk about how to write authentic autistic characters, why she thinks we’re in the golden age of children’s fiction and why having a mentor was the most accessible and valuable way to improve her writing craft. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy The Extraordinary Adventures of Alice Tonks: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9780861542055 Follow Emily on Twitter: @Emilie_London Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 3.24 Nathan Newman - How to Leave the House | 13 Jun 2024 | 00:35:07 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Nathan Newman about their literary novel How to Leave the House. We discuss setting a novel in a 24 hour period, how Nathan found their comedic voice by setting out to write something to make their friends laugh and what it’s like to write to impress your mentor, when your mentor is Zadie Smith! Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy How to Leave the House: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9780349145631 https://www.nathannewmanrules.com Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 36. James Cahill - Tiepolo Blue | 08 Sep 2022 | 00:42:19 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to James Cahill about his literary debut Tiepolo Blue. In this episode we talk about evoking the transformative 90s gay scene in London’s Soho, how James’s academic work inspired the themes of the novel, and his advice on trying to write without thinking about readers. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Tiepolo Blue: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781529369397 Follow James on Twitter: @JamesCahill Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms chloetimms.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 35. Julie Owen Moylan - That Green Eyed Girl | 01 Sep 2022 | 00:44:26 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Julie Owen Moylan about her historical debut That Green Eyed Girl. In this episode we talk about creating sensual historical fiction, how Julie went from 70 agent rejections to a book deal and how she balances her love of Twitter with writing discipline. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy That Green Eyed Girl: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9780241508015 Follow Julie on Twitter: @JulieOwenMoylan Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 34. Mahi Cheshire - Deadly Cure | 25 Aug 2022 | 00:39:02 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Mahi Cheshire about her psychological suspense debut Deadly Cure. In this episode we we discuss how working a night shift as a junior doctor inspired her, the twists that came as a surprise, and how she uses little pockets of time and word sprints to fit writing in around her life. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Deadly Cure: https://amzn.to/3AKurTj Follow Mahi on Twitter: @MahiCheshire Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, we may earn a commission, whose fees support independent bookshops. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 33. Olivia Fitzsimons - The Quiet Whispers Never Stop | 18 Aug 2022 | 00:44:20 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Olivia Fitzsimons about her literary debut The Quiet Whispers Never Stop. In this episode we we discuss writing so-called difficult female characters, her tips for writing great dialogue, and what sustains her creativity. Buy The Quiet Whispers Never Stop: https://linktr.ee/oliviafitzsimons Follow Olivia on Twitter: @oneflawediris Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 32. Laura Price - Single Bald Female | 11 Aug 2022 | 00:36:27 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Laura Price about her contemporary fiction debut Single Bald Female. In this episode we discuss how her novel balances the realities of living with cancer and humour, how to use feedback to improve your next draft and how to cope when your book doesn’t sell. Buy Single Bald Female: https://linktr.ee/LauraPriceWrites Follow Laura on Twitter: @LauraPriceWrite Read Laura's newsletter: https://lauraprice.substack.com/ Listen to Life in Food with Laura Price: https://open.spotify.com/show/4bYjs0V1CpOEGodov38fxW Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 31. Tina Orr Munro - Breakneck Point | 04 Aug 2022 | 00:39:57 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Tina Orr Munro about her debut crime novel Breakneck Point. In this episode we discuss the joy of writing villains, how Tina used her emotional experiences from her own career and rewriting half her novel after finding an agent. Buy Breakneck Point: https://linktr.ee/TOrrMunro Follow Tina on Twitter: @TinaOrrMunro Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 30. Kate Maxwell - Hush | 28 Jul 2022 | 00:39:34 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Kate Maxwell about her debut literary novel Hush. In this episode we discuss exploring maternal taboos, being an early morning writer and why Kate turned down offers of representation from agents before she found the right match. Buy Hush: https://linktr.ee/katemaxwellauthor Follow Kate on Twitter: @katemax Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 29. Stephanie Sowden - After Everything You Did | 21 Jul 2022 | 00:43:10 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Stephanie Sowden about her psychological suspense novel After Everything You Did. In this episode we discuss how Stephanie makes her psychological suspense fresh by setting it in the past, why cooking makes a good companion for writing and my favourite bit of advice for writer’s block so far. Sorry for the slight difference in audio quality - I had to record the intro during the UK's heatwave and that meant recording it on my phone instead of my usual set-up! Buy After Everything You Did: https://amzn.to/3B4heFC Follow Stephanie on Twitter: @Stephsowden_ Why Cooking is the Perfect Writing Companion Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 28. Georgina Scull - Regrets of the Dying | 14 Jul 2022 | 00:39:52 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Georgina Scull about her narrative non-fiction book Regrets of the Dying. In this episode we discuss how a near death experience inspired this book, writing a non-fiction proposal and her advice for writing sensitively about real people. Buy Regrets of the Dying: tinyurl.com/4rf29t2u Follow Georgina on Twitter: @georginascull Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 27. Chloë Ashby - Wet Paint | 07 Jul 2022 | 00:45:32 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Chloë Ashby about her debut literary novel Wet Paint. In this episode we discuss revisiting past emotions to write characters’ feelings authentically, finding trusted readers, and how her novel writing process has changed now she's writing her second book. Buy Wet Paint: https://geni.us/WetPaint Follow Chloë on Twitter: @chloelashby Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 3.23 Kaliane Bradley - The Ministry of Time | 06 Jun 2024 | 00:46:22 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling Kaliane Bradley about her literary novel The Ministry of Time. We discuss how her novel was inspired by writing fanfiction about a real Victorian polar explorer, creating a near-future world with time-travel and how her success with short stories got her noticed by agents. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy The Ministry of Time: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781399726344 Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 26. Laure Van Rensburg - Nobody But US | 30 Jun 2022 | 00:51:59 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Laure Van Rensburg about her debut psychological suspense novel Nobody But Us. In this episode we discuss how the Me Too movement inspired her novel, getting into the psyche of unlikeable characters and her resilience in getting an agent. Buy Nobody But Us: https://bio.site/laurevanrensburg Follow Laure on Twitter: @Laure0901 https://www.laurevanrensburg.com Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 25. Catherine Yardley - Ember | 23 Jun 2022 | 00:39:40 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Catherine Yardley about her contemporary novel Ember. In this episode we discuss writing sibling relationships, how acting helps her create characters and the snobbery surrounding women’s fiction. Buy Ember: https://linktr.ee/balavageyardley Follow Catherine on Twitter: @Balavage https://www.frostmagazine.com/ Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Being A Writer Festival: https://literaryconsultancy.co.uk/event/being-a-writer-festival-2022/ Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 24. Chloe Timms - The Seawomen | 16 Jun 2022 | 00:43:54 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m handing over the hosting job to my good friend and fellow writer, Hayley Dunning because, as you might have seen on the episode title, today’s guest is – me, talking about The Seawomen! In this episode we discuss the stages of creating a fictional island, how her disability impacts on what she writes, and the challenge of starting work on something new. Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Follow Hayley on Twitter: @h_dunning Upcoming Events Being A Writer Festival: https://literaryconsultancy.co.uk/event/being-a-writer-festival-2022/ Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 23. Francesca May - Wild And Wicked Things | 09 Jun 2022 | 00:42:55 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Francesca May about her fantasy novel Wild and Wicked Things. In this episode we discuss how The Great Gatsby inspired her novel, writing a slow burn queer love story and how her job at Waterstones informs her writing. Buy Wild and Wicked Things: linktr.ee/franwritesstuff Follow Francesca on Twitter: @franwritesstuff http://www.franwritesstuff.com/ Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Pre-order Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Being A Writer Festival: https://literaryconsultancy.co.uk/event/being-a-writer-festival-2022/ Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 22. Becca Day - The Girl Beyond The Gate | 02 Jun 2022 | 00:37:52 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Becca Day about her psychological suspense novel The Girl Beyond The Gate. In this episode we discuss how true crime documentaries give her ideas for her writing, how she uses personality tests to develop her characters and finding opportunities on Twitter. Buy The Girl Beyond The Gate: https://amzn.to/3NaVknd Follow Becca on Twitter: @AuthorBeccaDay Reading Parties: https://www.readingparty.co.uk Becca's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/BeccaDayAuthor Mastering Suspense, Structure and Plot: https://amzn.to/3zaZK9v Alexa Dunne's Querying advice: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJtxq7zLDhMGYyOHtquC5_GjLyAEy8_6B Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Pre-order Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Being A Writer Festival: https://literaryconsultancy.co.uk/event/being-a-writer-festival-2022/ Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Margate Bookie: https://margatebookie.com/festival/life-as-a-debut-author/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 21. Bonnie Garmus - Lessons in Chemistry | 26 May 2022 | 00:47:55 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Bonnie Garmus about her bestselling debut Lessons in Chemistry. In this episode we discuss how a frustrating meeting at work inspired her trailblazing protagonist Elizabeth Zott, breaking the so-called writing rules and her 98 rejections before her success. Buy Lessons in Chemistry: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/1444582/lessons-in-chemistry/9780857528124.html Follow Bonnie on Twitter: @BonnieGarmus Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Pre-order Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Being A Writer Festival: https://literaryconsultancy.co.uk/event/being-a-writer-festival-2022/ Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Margate Bookie: https://margatebookie.com/festival/life-as-a-debut-author/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 20. Sophie Haydock - The Flames | 19 May 2022 | 00:50:23 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Sophie Haydock about her historical debut The Flames. In this episode we discuss flipping the canvas where the artist’s muses take centre stage, listening and observing people to create the details of side characters and the key to staying positive on days of doubt. Buy The Flames: linktr.ee/SophieHaydock Follow Sophie on Twitter: @SophieHaydock Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Pre-order Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Being A Writer Festival: https://literaryconsultancy.co.uk/event/being-a-writer-festival-2022/ Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Margate Bookie: https://margatebookie.com/festival/life-as-a-debut-author/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 19. Kate Sawyer - The Stranding | 12 May 2022 | 00:42:01 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Kate Sawyer about her post-apocalyptic debut The Stranding which has just been published in paperback. In this episode we discuss writing a sensory experience to make the surreal plausible, varying your writing routine and being your own biggest champion. Buy The Stranding: linktr.ee/katesawyer Follow Kate on Twitter: @KateSawyer Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Pre-order Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Being A Writer Festival: https://literaryconsultancy.co.uk/event/being-a-writer-festival-2022/ Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Margate Bookie: https://margatebookie.com/festival/life-as-a-debut-author/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 18. Josh Winning - The Shadow Glass | 05 May 2022 | 00:42:22 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Josh Winning about his fantasy novel The Shadow Glass. In this episode we discuss his obsession with learning about story structure, how he writes in a filmic way and his interesting route to getting an agent. Buy The Shadow Glass: linktr.ee/joshuawinning Follow Josh on Twitter: @JoshWinning Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Pre-order Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Being A Writer Festival: https://literaryconsultancy.co.uk/event/being-a-writer-festival-2022/ Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Margate Bookie: https://margatebookie.com/festival/life-as-a-debut-author/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 17. Lizzie Damilola Blackburn - Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband? | 28 Apr 2022 | 00:41:58 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Lizzie Damilola Blackburn about her debut rom-com Yinka Where is Your Huzband?. In this episode we discuss how entering the pen factor competition changed her life, writing a rom-com with a Black young woman at the heart of it and leaving perfectionism behind when you start to write. Buy Yinka, Where Is Your Huzband?: https://linktr.ee/lizziedamilola Follow Lizzie on Twitter: @DamilolaLizzie https://lizziedamilolablackburn.com/ Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Pre-order Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Being A Writer Festival: https://literaryconsultancy.co.uk/event/being-a-writer-festival-2022/ Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Margate Bookie: https://margatebookie.com/festival/life-as-a-debut-author/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 3.22 Aimée Walsh - Exile | 30 May 2024 | 00:40:28 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Aimée Walsh about her literary novel Exile. We discuss how she creates characters by observing strangers in real life, writing about sexual assault without showing the scene and how she connected with an agent by sliding into their DMs. Confessions of a Debut Novelist Bookshop* Buy Exile: https://uk.bookshop.org/a/10990/9781399815857 Follow Aimée: @thereadparts Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Buy Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms *affiliate link - if you buy books linked to the Bookshop.org site, I may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 16. Susannah Wise - This Fragile Earth | 21 Apr 2022 | 00:50:49 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to to Susannah Wise whose sci-fi debut This Fragile Earth was published in 2021. I wanted to ask Susannah on the podcast, just as her paperback comes out and before her second book is published, to discuss being a debut one year on. In this episode we talk about how her world-building developed through different drafts, the ups and downs on the way to publication, and the highlights of her debut year. Buy This Fragile Earth: http://hyperurl.co/ThisFragileEarthHB Pre-order Okay Then That's Great: https://www.orionbooks.co.uk/titles/susannah-wise/okay-then-thats-great/9781473232372/ Follow Susannah on Twitter: @susannahwise https://www.susannahwise.com Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Pre-order Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Upcoming Events Being A Writer Festival: https://literaryconsultancy.co.uk/event/being-a-writer-festival-2022/ Jericho Writers Summer Festival: https://jerichowriters.com/join-us/ Margate Bookie: https://margatebookie.com/festival/life-as-a-debut-author/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 15. Kate S. Martin - Are You Okay, Elliot Hart? | 14 Apr 2022 | 00:44:21 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Kate Martin about her young adult novel Are You Okay Elliot Hart? In this episode we discuss how Kate embodied her teenage characters to find their voice, the important messages in her story and how she fits writing into her busy teaching career. Buy Are You Okay Elliot Hart?: https://t.co/rP6zQk4wSU Follow Kate on Twitter: @katemartin100 https://www.katemartinauthor.com Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Pre-order Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Episode 14. Melissa Fu - Peach Blossom Spring | 07 Apr 2022 | 00:38:21 | |
In this episode of Confessions of a Debut Novelist, I’m talking to Melissa Fu about her historical novel Peach Blossom Spring. In this episode we discuss how her novel evolved from a short story, the benefits of Arts Council Funding, and how inspiration comes when something stops her in her tracks. Buy Peach Blossom Spring: https://www.waterstones.com/book/peach-blossom-spring/melissa-fu//9781472277534 Follow Melissa on Twitter: @MelissaLFu https://melissafu.com Follow Chloe on Twitter: @clotimms Pre-order Chloe's debut novel The Seawomen: https://linktr.ee/chloetimms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||