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Stories Behind The Story: John M. Green on Writing, Editing and A.I.

John M. Green talks to Cheryl about the power of asking “what if,” how the editing process can transform a book, the challenges and rewards of writing across different genres, and his thoughts on how AI is changing the world. His new book Staged is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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29 min
18 JANV.

Stories Behind The Story: Joanna Nell and Ali Lowe on Families and Hard Work

Joanna Nell (Mrs Winterbottom Takes a Gap Year, The Single Ladies of Jacaranda Retirement Village) and Ali Lowe (The School Run, The Trivia Night) talk about their families and the hard work that goes into publishing a book. Learn more about the two authors, Ali's writing ritual, which involves a candle, Joanna's process on assessing in editing notes, and as always, the book industry in this new episode of Authors on Authors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 janv.

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19 min
25/04/2021

George Saunders: on how writing can fundamentally change someone

Man Booker Prize-winning author George Saunders returns to talk to Cheryl Akle about the fundamental way writing can change someone. His latest book, A Swim in a Pond in the Rain, is a deep exploration of writing, and how the mind works while reading. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

25/04/2021

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36 min
12/10/2022

Anna Kent: on working as a midwife in developing countries

Anna Kent talks to Cheryl Akle about her experience working as a midwife in some of the most vulnerable places on the planet, and how it changed her perspective on healthcare. Her memoir, Frontline Midwife, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12/10/2022

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38 min
8 FÉVR.

Stories Behind The Story: Ian Kemish on Global Diplomacy and the Australian Economy

Ian Kemish talks to Cheryl about the Australian economy, how global conflicts ripple across borders, and his decades of experience working in Australian foreign affairs. He also reflects on the complexities of diplomacy, the challenges of navigating international relationships and what it means to engage with a rapidly changing world. His new book, Two Islands, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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29 min
23/02/2021

Alexandra Joel: on how women are held to a higher standard

Author and former editor of Harper's Bazaar Alexandra Joel talks to Cheryl Akle about her editorial career, the success of her latest book The Royal Correspondent, and why women are often held to a higher standard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

23/02/2021

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30 min
30/11/2023

BE Better: David Michie on meditation and The Dalai Lama’s Cat

BE Better: Better Reading’s Self-Development & Wellness podcast – David Michie talks to Jane Tara about meditation, and his bestselling series The Dalai Lama's Cat. The latest book in the series, The Claw of Attraction, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30/11/2023

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41 min
04/05/2025

Stories Behind The Story: Isabel Allende on Being Honoured with a Barbie Tribute

Isabel Allende talks to Cheryl about being honoured with a Barbie doll in her likeness, writing during uncertain global times, and the importance of small acts of resistance and connection. Her latest novel, My Name is Emilia Del Valle, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04/05/2025

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29 min
27/10/2024

Stories Behind The Story: Genevieve Gannon On The Importance Of Community-Based Journalism

Genevieve Gannon talks to Cheryl about the evolving landscape of journalism and literature, the influence of the pandemic on her writing, and the importance of community-based journalism. Her latest novel, Inheritance, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27/10/2024

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28 min
01/12/2024

Stories Behind The Stories: David Whish-Wilson on His Journey from a Nomadic Childhood to a Successful Crime Novelist

David Wish-Wilson talks to Cheryl about his unconventional path to writing, his motivations for writing crime fiction and the significant themes he explores in his work. His latest novel Culter is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

01/12/2024

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29 min

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