Chapter 25 Book Club

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Welcome to the Chapter 25 Book Club Podcast. This is our bonus chapter, featuring exclusive conversations with authors. Each of these episodes features an in-depth, hour-long interview, followed by a live question-and-answer session powered by our community members. From thrillers to romance, we cover a diverse range of genres, all delivered in the same gently welcoming tone. Chapter 25 is here to spark great conversations about books and authors, as we look for fresh perspectives and celebrate the joy of reading together. Join us at https://www.chapter25bookclub.com/

  1. 4d ago

    Q&A with Liz Nugent - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

    Welcome back to Chapter 25! Today, we are joined by the incredible Irish crime fiction author Liz Nugent for a deep dive into her dark, brilliant, and character-driven thrillers. Liz opens up about how a severe childhood injury shaped her outsider perspective, the unique magic of Irish storytelling culture, and how her large blended family influences her work. We also chat about her iconic opening lines, the inspiration behind Strange Sally Diamond, and what readers can expect from her newest release, The Truth About Ruby Cooper.KEY TAKEAWAYS- How a childhood brain haemorrhage at age seven left Liz typing her novels using only her left hand and shaped her viewpoint as an observer.- Why Ireland offers such a uniquely supportive environment for writers and artists through tax breaks, library investments, and creative retreats.- The hilarious everyday conversation with her husband that inspired the dark opening premise of Strange Sally Diamond.- Liz's core philosophy on plotting: driving the story forward by forcing characters to make the worst possible decisions instead of the logical ones.- An exclusive preview of the opening lines she weighed up while writing her novel, The Truth About Ruby Cooper.✨ JOIN THE BONUS CHAPTER ✨Love our podcast? Join our digital community, The Bonus Chapter, for just £5 a month! https://www.chapter25bookclub.com/thebonuschapter

    Q&A with Liz Nugent - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

  2. Oct 16

    Q&A with Imani Erriu - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

    Welcome back to the podcast, bookish besties! Today, we are joined by the lovely Imani Erriu, author of our January book club pick, Heavenly Bodies, and the newly released Fallen Stars. Fresh off her tour, Imani settles in with us to chat about her journey as an author, connecting face-to-face with readers, and how community shapes her work. We explore her pantser writing style, how long walks in the Lake District fuel her imagination, and how astrology inspires her twelve zodiac-based kingdoms. Grab your favourite hot beverage and cosy up with us for an uplifting, deep-dive chat!KEY TAKEAWAYS- Reader Connection: Meeting readers on tour in person provides a vital, heart-warming boost after the isolating process of writing a novel.- The Pantser Approach: Imani shares how she writes without a rigid outline, knowing only the endings and key beats so she can stay surprised by her own story.- Rest & Daydreaming: High productivity for Imani relies on long periods of rest and daydreaming before sitting down for intense writing sessions once or twice a week.- Nature as Fuel: Living in the Lake District and taking long forest walks with music helps unlock plot twists and creative ideas.- Zodiac World Building: The twelve kingdoms in her universe are explicitly inspired by the twelve signs of the zodiac, with each kingdom ruled by its patron star god.✨ JOIN THE BONUS CHAPTER ✨Love our podcast? Join our digital community, The Bonus Chapter, for just £5 a month! https://www.chapter25bookclub.com/thebonuschapter

    Q&A with Imani Erriu - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

  3. Oct 9

    Q&A with Chris Whitaker - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

    In this episode, Charlotte sits down with bestselling author Chris Whitaker for a wonderful, wide-ranging chat about his remarkable novel, All the Colours of the Dark. Chris shares the book's initial spark, explaining how the idea of two abducted teenagers forming an unbreakable bond in pitch darkness grew into a sweeping, multi-decade story about love, friendship, and family. We explore the realities of managing a 100-city book tour, the pressure after breakout success, and why readers are truly his favourite people. ✨ JOIN THE BONUS CHAPTER ✨Love our podcast? Join our digital community, The Bonus Chapter, for just £5 a month! https://www.chapter25bookclub.com/thebonuschapter

    Q&A with Chris Whitaker - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

  4. Oct 2

    Q&A with Alice Winn - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

    Join our host Neha for a cosy and insightful chat with author Alice Winn as they discuss her acclaimed First World War novel, In Memoriam. Alice reflects on her journey as a writer, opening up about facing hundreds of agent rejections before finding the inspiration for her masterpiece. She shares how old school newspapers, literary rivalries between trench poets, and visits to military cemeteries shaped her understanding of the era. It is a deeply moving and honest conversation about history, class, memory, and the power of storytelling. ✨ JOIN THE BONUS CHAPTER ✨Love our podcast? Join our digital community, The Bonus Chapter, for just £5 a month! https://www.chapter25bookclub.com/thebonuschapter

    Q&A with Alice Winn - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

  5. Sep 25

    Summerween Special with Joss Wood & Heather Spellman

    Welcome to a very special Summerween episode of Chapter 25! Host Paige Pickering Middleton is joined by authors Joss Wood and Heather Spellman to celebrate all things spooky, sunny, and romantic. We dive deep into Joss's Halloween-obsessed town in Summerween and Heather's gently magical beachside setting in Cruel Summer. From discussing fast writing schedules to navigating pen names and favourite tropes, this conversation is packed with warmth, laughter, and brilliant bookish insights. ✨ JOIN THE BONUS CHAPTER ✨Love our podcast? Join our digital community, The Bonus Chapter, for just £5 a month! https://www.chapter25bookclub.com/thebonuschapter

    Summerween Special with Joss Wood & Heather Spellman

  6. Sep 18

    Q&A with Clare Leslie Hall - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

    Welcome back to the podcast, bookish friends! This week, we are sitting down with the wonderful Clare Leslie Hall to chat about her breakout novel, Broken Country. Clare shares her deeply relatable 15-year journey from journalism to publishing success, detailing the emotional roller coaster of changing agents mid-manuscript and learning to trust her instincts. We dive into the dark, emotional layers of her writing, the grief and love triangle at the heart of her book, and why stepping away from your desk might just be the best writing advice ever.

    Q&A with Clare Leslie Hall - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

  7. Sep 11

    Q&A with Phoenicia Rogerson - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

    Welcome back to another cosy episode of the Chapter 25 Podcast! This week, we are joined by the wonderful author Phoenicia Rogerson to chat about her brilliant novel, Aphrodite. Phoenicia opens up about her lifelong obsession with Greek mythology, her unique name, and why she felt compelled to challenge the trope of Aphrodite as just a superficial flirt. Grab your favorite warm drink and join us for a delightful discussion on ancient translations, complex power dynamics, and the joy of giving forgotten mythological figures a voice. ✨ JOIN THE BONUS CHAPTER ✨Love our podcast? Join our digital community, The Bonus Chapter, for just £5 a month! https://www.chapter25bookclub.com/thebonuschapter

    Q&A with Phoenicia Rogerson - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

  8. Sep 4

    Q&A with Penn Cole - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter

    In this cosy bonus episode, we sit down with Penn Cole, the brilliant mind behind the hit Kindred's Curse Saga, to discuss her bestselling fantasy novels. Penn shares her journey from growing up in Texas libraries to living in Paris and becoming a full-time author. We explore her meticulous plotting process, the heavy themes of power and cost within her magic system, and her deep appreciation for the passionate romance community. KEY TAKEAWAYS Penn is an extreme plotter who plans every chapter and scene before drafting to find the most creative story solutions. Why magic and choices must carry a real, lasting cost to ground fantasy in emotional reality. A passionate defence of Henry as the vital mortal voice in the political conflict of the series. The power of self-publishing and how indie authors and readers are reshaping the publishing landscape. THE BONUS CHAPTER PROMO ✨ JOIN THE BONUS CHAPTER ✨Love our podcast? Join our digital community, The Bonus Chapter, for just £5 a month! https://www.chapter25bookclub.com/thebonuschapter

    Q&A with Penn Cole - Chapter 25 Book Club's The Bonus Chapter
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Welcome to the Chapter 25 Book Club Podcast. This is our bonus chapter, featuring exclusive conversations with authors. Each of these episodes features an in-depth, hour-long interview, followed by a live question-and-answer session powered by our community members. From thrillers to romance, we cover a diverse range of genres, all delivered in the same gently welcoming tone. Chapter 25 is here to spark great conversations about books and authors, as we look for fresh perspectives and celebrate the joy of reading together. Join us at https://www.chapter25bookclub.com/

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  • Creator
    Sian Russell
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Sian Russell
  • Show Website
    Chapter 25 Book Club

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