Writers Advice Podcast

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by the incredilbe editor, Tegan Lyon. On this episode Tegan and I chat about: - Her journey to be coming a proffessional editor - The process of self editing and proffessional editing - Common mistakes/traits that she finds - Improving your craft and editing skills - How she works with clients Join the Writers Advice Facebook group here to find o...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Young Adult author Joan He, who is hot on her brand new release, Strike The Zither. On this episode Joan and I talk about: -Her journey to becoming a writer. -Finding an agent and publishing her first book, Decendents Of The Crane -Becoming a New York Best Seller with her book, The Ones We Were Meant To Find. -How her ideas come to her -Writin...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Romance & Paranormal author, Samantha Young On this episode Samantha and I chat about: -Her journey to becoming a writer -From writing eight books in a year to chase her dreams to becoming a New York Times best selling author -The benefits of becoming a hybrid author -Writing in two genres -And her brand new book a Cosmic Kind of Love. Gra...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by author of The King Maker Chronicals - Amanda Bouchet! On this episode Amanda and I chat about: -Her journey to becoming a writer -Her series the Kingmaker Chronicles -Her writing process and how it has changed over the years. -Her new release - The Curse Of Queens Grab a copy of one of Amanda's fabulous books here. While you're there you can g...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Fantasy Romance Author Olivia Wildenstein! On this episode Olivia and I chat about: -Her journey to becoming a writer -Writing and learning through many different genres -Writing series and spin offs -Writing fantasy romance -Self publishing and building a readership -Her new release - House Of Beating Wings Grab a copy of on of Olivia's books...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by playwright and author Sean Wilson, who is hot on the trail of his debut novel, Gemini Falls. On this episode Sean and I talk about: -His journey to becoming a writer and learning the craft through screen writing -His journey to publication -Keeping momentum, developing ideas and exploring social issues through works of fiction -Writing history...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by screen and play writer Abi Morgan who is also hot on the launch of her memoir, This Is Not A Pity Memoir. On this episode Abi and I talk about: - Her journey to becoming a writer and chosing the modality of screen and playwriting - Mentoring up and coming writers and her advice for them -The characteristics of writers -Abi's writing process, a...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Natasha Piccolo, the author of The Balance Theory. On this episode Natasha and I talk about: - The inital moment where she began to channel the idea for her Non-Fiction book The Balance Theory - Intuitive Writing - The process of writing & pitching a non-fiction book - The concept of the Balance Theory and how all writers and creatives can...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by romance author, Kandi Steiner. On this episode Kandi and I talk about: - The importance of going out and experiencing life to your full potential to be able to create in the same way - Her initial commitment that launched her into her writing career - Building a community around her stories - Her writing routine -The ebs and flow of the indust...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Sexy Romance Author Lee Savino who is here to chat all things creative business and building an abundant mindset for those who want to build their writing career and finances! On this episode Lee and I talk about: - Limiting beliefs and the stories that stop us from living our creative abundant dreams - Beliefs, energy, meditation and breaking...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Australian Author and Clinical Geneticist who is hot on the launch of her new book, Cut. A fiction novel which brings light to the mysogeny in medicine. On this episode Susan and I talk about: - Beginning her writing journey and exploring creativity outside of her medical career - The importance of flexing your creative muscle - Her new book,...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Australian Young Adult Author K.E. Barden. On this episode K.E. Barden and I talk about: - The beginning of her writing journey and how national writing month kickstarted her writing - Her productive writing routine - An insight into her young adult fairytale retelling series - Finding Ever After - Plus all of K.E's wonderful writing advice sh...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by the queen of Rom-Com's Sally Thorne. Hot off the huge success of the movie adaption of her book, The Hating Game. Sally's new book Angelika Frankenstein Meets Her Match. On this episode Sally and I talk about: - Beginning her writing journey in Fan-Fiction and building her writing community and creating contacts. - The inital idea that began T...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Alison Reynolds who is hot on the debut launch of her first adult book: The Near Daphne Experience. On this episode Alison and I talk about: - Changing genres from childrens books to adult - Writing during the pandemic - Making writing your full time career and the best ways to do this - Finding your voice and being the best writer you can aut...

This week I was privileged to be joined with the wonderful UK rom-com author Lia Louis. Lia has just launched her fourth book The Key To My Heart which is available in all good bookstores now. We chat about the initial idea of how The Key To My Heart came to be as well as: Lia's journey to becoming a writer Being inspired by life The inside brain of a creative Letting go of fear, imposter syndrome...

This week on the podcast i am joined by Australian author, Bronwyn Birdsall who is hot on her release of her brand new novel, Time & Tide In Sarajevo, (which I highly reccomend everyone getting their hands on!) Bronwyn gives us so much great advice on gaining feedback, mentoring, the gap between your taste and skill & the importance of morning pages. Download the first pages of my brand ne...

This week on the Writers Advice podcast I am joined by musician, singer, songwriter and author, Aviva! We dive into all things creativity, the importance of expressing creativity, setting time for the things that you want to do and create in the world, dreaming bit and making it happen! Download the first pages of my brand new book 'Have We Met Before?' HERE Join the Writers Advice Podcast members...

This week on Writers Advice I'm going solo, answering all your questions on my debut romance novel - Have We Met Before? I chat about my journey to becoming a writer, inspiration, my creative process, how Have We Met Before came to be and what's next. Search for Have We Met before on Amazon or purchase at bookdepositry -Have We Met Before? : Olivia Hillier : 9781800163973 (bookdepository.com) Read...

On this weeks episode of the Writers Advice Podcast is Australian Young Adult Paranormal and Fantasy author - Shana Caldwell Shana and I talk about: Her process to becoming a writer. World and character building. The process of owning your art and self publishing. Her tips for self publishing Her advice for all other authors currently writing or sitting on a manuscript To win a copy of Immortal Aw...

This Week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Australian Author John Tesarsch, who just released his first comedy book, When Jokers Were Kings. John and I talk about: - How cancer began his writing career- Communicating through stories- Changing Genres- What it takes to write comedy Join the Writers Advice Book Club: Olivia Hillier is creating Podcast & Books | PatreonWin a copy of Wh...

So you've written your book, now what? This week on the Writers Advice Podcast we're joined by the Founder of Reedsy Ricardo Fayet who tells us everything we need to know when you're ready to launch. In this episode learn about: Creating the right editor Marketing your book Building a personal brand Creating your covers Writing a book series The ins and outs of Amazon We're running a competition t...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Australian Crime Author of The Bluffs, The Deep and soon to be The Wild - Kyle Perry Kyle and I chat about: Imposter syndrome and why he never told anyone he was a writer until he got signed. The journey from the moment in grade six when he told himself he was going to become a writer The grit and determination it takes to build and create suc...

The week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by the fabulous Scarlett St. Clair. This is a beautiful interview about keeping the dream alive, opening doors, finding new avenues and keeping a deep belief for yourself and your stories. For anyone who is currently on their path to becoming a full time author Scarlett candidly shares her incredible journey, passion and drive from deciding to go...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I was incredibly lucky to be joined by one of my favourite authors, Lauren Kate! Lauren and I talk about: Becoming a ghost writer. Her journey to becoming a writer, working in publishing and what lead her to create the phenomenal young adult paranormal romance series Fallen. Taking part in the movie adaption of Fallen. Changing genres. Finding the best writi...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by the incredible Bestselling Author, Fiona Lowe. Fiona and I talk about: Her journey to becoming an author All things craft including her tips on POV and creating your voice. Where to and where to not take on feedback Building confidence in your stories Finding the perfect genre Growing your writing muscles To win a copy of Family Of Strangers h...