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Delving into the passions and journeys of authors: their lives, their work, what gets them fired up and what makes them happy. If you’re searching for your passion, want to hear the stories of those who’ve embraced theirs, or love all things writing and would like to indulge in an author’s world, the New2theScene podcast gains an insight into what it's like to be new or not yet familiar in the literary scene.

  1. 12/06/2025

    Ella Torres: Summer 2025 Novel Competition winner

    Meet Ella Torres, a Brazilian writer, poet, translator, and the winner of our Summer 2025 Novel Competition. In this episode, Ella speaks candidly about her dreams of authorship and the tight-knit community of aspiring writers who inspire and sustain her. Together, we dive into her winning novel extract, The Midnight Saints, uncovering the questions it raises about belonging, transformation, and the ghosts we carry. Learn about Ella’s daily writing routine, her practical advice on succeeding in story competitions, and her thoughtful approach to contacting agents. Be inspired by her determination to break through the seemingly impenetrable walls of the literary world — armed with deadlines, support, and sheer persistence. Get to know Ella with our New2theScene presenter and hear about the sacrifices that come with chasing a dream, as she reflects on the thrill of recognition, the vulnerability of being read, and her hope that this marks the true beginning of her writing career. These are the fears many of us share: Are we good enough? Can we make it? Ella’s honesty and openness in confronting these questions will reassure you that you’re not alone in your pursuit of publication. And listen to the whole episode to find out whether Ella can top the leaderboard in our game ‘Title Race’ — you won’t regret spending 50 minutes indulging in your passion! New2theScene is a platform dedicated to discovering new or not-yet-familiar talent. Follow us on Instagram (@new2thescene.official) for the latest offers, news, and upcoming podcast guests. Visit our bookstore at new2thescene.co.uk to order books mentioned in this or other podcasts — and unearth your next great read.

    48 min

  2. 11/02/2025

    Evie Wild: Summer Short Story winner 2025

    Meet Evie Wild, winner of our 2025 Summer Short Story Competition with her entry Fifteen Forever, which can now be read at New2theScene. As part of the prize, we want to promote new writers, and as such we chat to Evie about her writing journey, inspirations, next steps, and her view on the literary world today. Learn about Evie’s early love of literature that quickly became a need to write, how school critiques honed her voice and resilience, and how she is now working at an academic publisher while quietly building the experience and skills to launch a career in fiction. Get to know Evie with our New2theScene presenter and hear about the difficult parts and sacrifices that come with chasing a dream, the fight to manage the weight of imposter syndrome, and the unshakable need to write that continues to drive her forward. Be inspired by Evie’s dedication and honesty, from her daily writing rituals to the quiet determination of submitting work in secret, showing that passion and persistence can turn a lifelong love of stories into something tangible—and that the courage to keep writing, even in the face of self-doubt, can ignite your own creative journey. New2theScene is a platform dedicated to discovering new or not-yet-familiar talent. Follow us on Instagram (@new2thescene.official) for the latest offers, news, and upcoming podcast guests. Visit our bookstore at new2thescene.co.uk to order books mentioned in this or other podcasts—and unearth your next great read.

    54 min

  3. 07/20/2025

    Tim Collyer: Flash Fiction winner 2025

    Meet Tim Collyer, winner of our 2025 Flash Fiction competition with his piece, What Mirrors Cannot Change, now available to read on our winner’s blog page. As part of the prize, we aim to shine a light on emerging writers, and in this episode, we speak with Tim about his remarkable journey into writing, his love for flash fiction, and what’s next for him creatively. Tim’s story is one of transformation—after surviving a heart attack that nearly took his life, he woke with a fierce determination to write. He threw himself into the world of fiction, entering as many competitions as possible over the course of a year. In doing so, he discovered a passion for flash fiction’s tight, expressive form, and is now planning a flash novella that builds on this love. Get to know Tim better with our New2theScene presenter and hear how this turning point in life gave him not just a second chance, but a new purpose: to write with urgency, clarity, and heart. New2theScene is a platform dedicated to discovering new or not-yet-familiar talent. Follow us on Instagram (@new2thescene.official) for the latest offers, news, and upcoming podcast guests. Visit our bookstore at new2thescene.co.uk to order books mentioned in this or other podcasts—and unearth your next great read.

    53 min

  4. 06/01/2025

    L.S. Scott: Winter Novel winner 2025

    Meet L.S. Scott, winner of our 2025 Winter Novel competition with her entry What Pulls Us Under, which can now be read on our winner's blog page. As part of the prize, we want to promote new writers, and as such we chat to Larissa about her writing journey, aspirations, next steps, and view on the literary landscape. Learn about Larissa’s strategic path to becoming a full-time author—how she reshaped her life to prioritise writing, even leaving a job that no longer aligned with her creative ambitions. Hear how Larissa draws daily inspiration from the natural beauty of a hidden Florida, writing with intention and persistence, whether she’s published or not. Get to know Larissa better with our New2theScene presenter and discover how she’s living her best life now: writing every day, researching comparable novels to sharpen her edge, and actively learning from other authors as she embraces the craft she’s always loved. New2theScene is a platform dedicated to the discovery of new or not yet familiar talent. Follow us on Instagram (@new2thescene.official) for the latest offers, news, and upcoming podcast guests, and visit our bookstore at new2thescene.co.uk to order books mentioned in this or other podcasts, and unearth new talent.

    1h 2m

  5. 04/06/2025

    Joe Pearson: Winter Short Story winner, 2025

    Meet Joe Pearson, winner of our 2025 Winter Short Story competition with his entry All Equal in Utopia, which can now be read on our winner's blog page. As part of the prize, we want to promote new writers, and as such we chat to Joe about his writing journey, aspirations, next steps, and view on the literary landscape. Learn about Joe's bold decision to become an author by pausing his career, focusing on finding representation for his sci-fi work, whilst entering competitions to hone his skills and 'reconnect with the reasons for storytelling'. Get to know Joe better with our New2theScene presenter and hear how juggling life as a new father, and emigrating to Paris, has inspired him to do what he's always wanted: call himself a writer. New2theScene is a platform dedicated to the discovery of new or not yet familiar talent. Follow us on Instagram (new2thescene.official) for the latest offers, news, and upcoming podcast guests, and visit our bookstore at new2thescene.co.uk to order books mentioned in this or other podcasts, and unearth new talent.

    54 min

  6. 02/16/2025

    M. Jonathan Lee: M is for Meaningless

    M. Jonathan Lee, author of six novels, shortlisted for The Novel Prize in 2012, and mental health campaigner, returns for his second podcast with N2tS as he's been working on a special project for the site. His new six-part series, 'M is for Meaningless', details his life in writing, including hints and advice he's acquired over twenty years, exclusive to New2theScene, and can be read by clicking here. Learn what it takes to be an author, how getting published is a challenge no matter how many times you've done it, what can improve your writing, and the importance of following your passion for mental wellbeing. Get to know Jonathan better with our New2theScene presenter, and hear about swapping genres, not pigeon-holing your writing, and what's next for this talented writer - all whilst recovering from a rare illness that has effected every part of his life, apart from his sense of humour! New2theScene is a platform dedicated to the discovery of new or not yet familiar talent. Follow us on Instagram (new2thescene.official) for the latest offers, news, and upcoming podcast guests, and visit our bookstore at new2thescene.co.uk to order books mentioned in this or other podcasts, and unearth new talent.

    1h 23m

  7. 12/28/2024

    Kate Bramhall: Poetry competition winner 2024

    Meet Kate Bramhall, winner of our 2024 poetry competition with her poem Papa, which can now be read at New2theScene.co.uk. As part of the prize, we want to promote new writers, and as such we chat to Kate about her writing journey, aspirations, next steps, love for literacy, and the difference it can make in people's lives. Learn about Kate's work in prisons, transforming outlooks through poetry, and how educating herself in Creative Writing in her twenties changed Kate's life, and how that is still evolving to this day. Get to know Kate better with our New2theScene presenter and hear about the struggles she's encountered in childhood, her struggles to understand her place in society, barriers she's faced such as racism, and how her passion for literature and reading has been a constant source of support. New2theScene is a platform dedicated to the discovery of new or not yet familiar talent. Follow us on Instagram (new2thescene.official) for the latest offers, news, and upcoming podcast guests, and visit our bookstore at new2thescene.co.uk to order books mentioned in this or other podcasts, and unearth new talent.

    1h 7m

  8. 11/02/2024

    Katharine and Elizabeth Corr: Two become one

    Meet co-authors and sisters, Katharine and Elizabeth Corr, creators of The Witches Kiss trilogy, A Throne of Swans duology, and The House of Shadows duology, Daughter of Darkness and Queen of Gods. We chat about their work, writing with a sibling, inspiration, the road to getting published, and upcoming projects. Learn what it takes to get published, the benefits of researching and studying your subject matter in writing, and the obstacles, doubts and worries facing all authors, even when they've published seven books! Get to know Katharine and Elizabeth better with our New2theScene presenter and hear about the lives of authors, the support of working with a loved one, and the ups and downs and rejection in the publishing industry that never relents. New2theScene is a platform dedicated to the discovery of new or not yet familiar talent. Follow us on Instagram (new2thescene.official) for the latest offers, news, and upcoming podcast guests, and visit our bookstore at new2thescene.co.uk to order books mentioned in this or other podcasts, and unearth new talent.

    58 min
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Delving into the passions and journeys of authors: their lives, their work, what gets them fired up and what makes them happy. If you’re searching for your passion, want to hear the stories of those who’ve embraced theirs, or love all things writing and would like to indulge in an author’s world, the New2theScene podcast gains an insight into what it's like to be new or not yet familiar in the literary scene.

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  • Creator
    New2theScene
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    19
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    Explicit
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    © 2025 New2theScene
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